‘Garba events epicentres of Love Jihad’: Nitesh Rane backs VHP’s ID check advisory for Navratri

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BJP MLA and Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane on September 22, supported the Vishva Hindu Parishad’s advisory urging Garba organisers to conduct strict identity checks of participants. The VHP had earlier issued a call for vigilance during Navratri celebrations, citing concerns about “love jihad.”“What is wrong with it? Except for love jihad, I do not see any other reason behind Muslims participating in Garba,” Rane told reporters in Mumbai. If someone still comes to Garba, convert him as he is ready (by attending such events) to become Hindu,” Rane said. Apart from his remarks on Garba, Rane also targeted Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, who had criticised the Modi government for not responding strongly to offensive gestures made by Pakistani cricketers during an Asia Cup match in Dubai.