At a Hindu Virat Sabha, speakers used anti-Muslim slurs, fearmongered about the Waqf Board allegedly grabbing Hindu land, and demanded madrassas be shut down, claiming they produce terrorists and receive government funds. BJP MLA Mahesh Landge demonized Muslims, alleging even professionals become terrorists, and endorsed bulldozer-style punitive action. NCP MLA Sangram Jagtap promised violent retaliation against those who speak against the nation and again promoted the “love jihad” conspiracy theory.