Tensions are high in Maharashtra over calls from some right-wing groups and politicians to raze Mughal ruler Aurangzeb's tomb in the state. However, the grave is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
The article from Firstpost discusses the controversy surrounding the tomb of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in Maharashtra, which has become a focal point of political and cultural debate. The tomb, located in Khuldabad near Aurangabad, is an ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) protected monument. The controversy was sparked by a statement from Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who suggested that the tomb could be relocated if it was causing unrest. This statement came in the wake of communal tensions following the killing of a local youth, Umesh Kolhe, allegedly over a social media post praising Aurangzeb. The situation has led to protests and demands from various groups, including calls for the tomb's demolition or relocation, highlighting the ongoing debate over historical figures and their legacies in contemporary India. The article also touches on the legal and administrative challenges of moving or altering ASI-protected monuments, emphasizing the complexities involved in such decisions.
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