Maharashtra Minister Dhananjay Munde quits over sarpanch murder controversy
Maharashtra Minister Dhananjay Munde resigned on Tuesday amid controversy over Beed sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh’s murder. He submitted his resignation to CM Devendra Fadnavis through his private secretary. Fadnavis confirmed Munde’s exit and forwarded the resignation to the governor.
Munde’s aide, Walmik Karad, was named as the mastermind behind Deshmukh’s killing in December 2024. Viral videos and screenshots linked Munde to the accused, sparking outrage.
After resigning, Munde demanded strict punishment for the culprits. He cited health reasons for stepping down, stating doctors advised him to undergo treatment.
Opposition leaders, including Aditya Thackeray and Sanjay Raut, slammed the government’s delay in removing Munde. Beed MLA Sandeep Kshirsagar called for Munde to be named a co-accused.
