Fadnavis Vows Police Action Over Death Threat Allegations

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis promised a rigorous investigation after Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Dina Patil faced accusations of issuing fatal threats to political protesters. The state government signaled a zero-tolerance approach toward intimidation as public outrage mounts over claims of violent rhetoric directed at dissenting citizens in Mumbai.

Editorial·June 25, 2026·reads: 3,167

Fadnavis Vows Police Action Over Death Threat Allegations

The controversy centers on a formal complaint filed by MP Sanjay Raut with the Mumbai Police Commissioner. Raut alleges that Patil, who recently defected to the faction led by Eknath Shinde, warned protesters in North-East Mumbai of lethal consequences and referenced past criminal history to silence opposition.

Speaking to reporters in Nagpur, Fadnavis confirmed that law enforcement agencies would prioritize the matter, emphasizing that threats against public safety remain unacceptable regardless of political affiliation. This escalation follows a broader fracture within the Shiv Sena party, where the defection of six MPs has ignited intense friction and heightened tensions across the region.