Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj–Tipu Sultan row: 8 injured in Pune clash; BJP seeks Sapkal’s resignation

A political storm erupted in Maharashtra over an alleged comparison between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Tipu Sultan. BJP leaders demanded the resignation of MPCC chief Harshwardhan Sapkal, calling the remarks an insult. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi defended Tipu Sultan, sparking further debate and protests across the state.

By GITESH SHELKE AND VAIBHAV GANJAPURE