Pune Court Hears Defense of V.D. Savarkar's Legacy as Grandnephew Challenges Rahul Gandhi's Portrayal

During a legal proceeding, Satyaki Savarkar testified that his great-uncle held no animosity toward Muslims, directly contradicting claims made by Rahul Gandhi. The hearing underscores ongoing political and historical debates surrounding colonial-era nationalist figures.

2 Sept, 10:00 — 2 Sept, 10:00

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual12h ago

'Savarkar never hated Muslims': Grandnephew targets Rahul Gandhi in Pune court

In a recent court hearing, Satyaki Savarkar emphasized that V.D. Savarkar had no hatred for Muslims, contradicting Rahul Gandhi's portrayal of him as a rabid extremist. He pointed out that Savarkar's literature offered constructive pathways for Muslim development. Also entered into evidence was Gopal Godse's interview, which discussed Nathuram's ties to the RSS, directly related to the ongoing defamation case regarding Gandhi's remarks made in London in 2023.

By PRACHI KUMAWAT

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Pune Court Hears Defense of V.D. Savarkar's Legacy as Grandnephew Challenges Rahul Gandhi's Portrayal

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