Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Monday launched a sharp attack on the alleged nexus between politics and superstition, expressing concern over the “moral decline” reflected in the Ashok Kharat controversy.

‘Disturbing shift from reformist legacy’

In a strongly worded post, Raj Thackeray questioned how a state known for its progressive and reformist traditions is witnessing the rise of self-styled godmen with alleged political patronage.