Satara, March 12 -- After Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane's remarks, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Wednesday emphasized the importance of communal harmony in the state, urging both the opposition and ruling parties to avoid making statements that could disrupt peace.

Speaking to the media today, Pawar, reflecting on the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, stressed that Shivaji's vision of Hindavi Swarajya was inclusive, bringing together people from all communities.

"Some people make statements that Maharashtra cannot tolerate. Be it the opposition or the ruling party, Maharashtra cannot afford this. All the dignitaries who led Maharashtra tried to maintain communal harmony. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj did not disc...