Demolition Drama: AIMIM Corporator Faces Scrutiny in Maharashtra

The Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation took decisive action against AIMIM corporator Matin Patel by demolishing alleged illegal constructions at his residence. The move follows Patel's alleged involvement in harboring Nida Khan, who faces accusations related to religious conversion and sexual harassment in Nashik.

The demolition, conducted under heavy police security, has intensified political tensions. AIMIM leader Imtiaz Jaleel criticized the 'hasty' action, promising to rebuild Patel's home through crowdfunding and labeling the move as excessive aggression by the authorities.

Maharashtra minister Sanjay Shirsat rebuffed Jaleel's claims, implying Patel's and Jaleel's complicity in the matter, and highlighting that other AIMIM corporator properties could face similar scrutiny, broadening the scope of investigations into illegal activities.

(With inputs from agencies.)