At a VHP-Bajrang Dal-organized Shiv Jayanti event, BJP MLA Nitesh Rane made inflammatory remarks targeting Muslims. He asserted, “This is a Hinduwadi government. In our Sindhudurg, if anybody even looks at Hindus in an incorrect manner, just call me—we will settle it before next Friday.”
Rane also referred to Muslims as “green snakes” and warned against cow slaughter. He urged the audience to inform him if these “green snakes” caused any issues, implying retaliation. Additionally, he fearmongered about the alleged ‘Islamization’ of the region.