Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Arvind Sawant has landed in trouble for his derogatory remark against Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena candidate Shaina NC, referring to her as “imported maal” ¹. This comment sparked outrage, with Shaina NC stating, “I am a woman, not ‘maal'” ¹. The Mumbai Police has registered a case under sections 354 and 509 of the Indian Penal Code, which pertains to outraging a woman’s modesty ¹.
Sawant’s remark was made while campaigning for alliance partner Congress’ candidate Amin Patel, who will face off against Shaina NC from the Mumbadevi constituency ¹. The Shiv Sena party condemned Sawant’s behavior, emphasizing that it violates the principles of respect, equality, and decency fundamental to society and the legal framework ¹. Shaina NC also pointed out the hypocrisy of the Maha Vinash Aghadi alliance, saying, “We all know that MahaVinashAghadi don’t respect women” ¹.
[news_related_post]The controversy has taken a serious turn, with Shrikant Shinde, Shiv Sena MP and Eknath Shinde’s son, slamming Sawant for his objectionable comment ¹. The incident highlights the importance of respecting women in politics and public life. As Shaina NC aptly put it, “Women of Maharashtra will give them a befitting reply” ¹.
