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Samajwadi leader Abu Azmi says Aurangzeb 'not a cruel leader'; Eknath Shinde hits back with treason charge

IndiaTimes Monday, 3 March 2025
A controversy has erupted in Maharashtra after SP leader Abu Azmi defended Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, stating he was not cruel and built many temples. Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde condemned the statement, calling it an insult to Maharashtra's legacy and demanding an apology. He also said Azmi should be charged with treason.
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