The Portrait of Tipu Sultan to be Reinstated in Malegaon Deputy Mayor’s Office?, Political Tensions Rise

The temporary removal of Tipu Sultan’s portrait from Malegaon Deputy Mayor’s office will end after renovations, but the decision has sparked potential political controversy in the city.

Malegaon | 17 February 2026:Deputy Mayor Shaan-e-Hind Nihal Ahmed announced on Monday that the portrait of Tipu Sultan, temporarily removed during office renovations, will be reinstated once the refurbishment is complete. He emphasized that there is no political motive behind the decision.

However, the move has faced sharp criticism from BJP and Shiv Sena leaders, raising concerns about possible protests or public demonstrations in the city. Responding to opposition criticism, the Deputy Mayor stated that Tipu Sultan was a freedom fighter and honoring his contribution by displaying the portrait is historically and ideologically justified.

Previously, the portrait had been removed following pressure from Hindu nationalist groups. With the announcement of its reinstatement, political tensions in Malegaon appear likely to intensify once again.

Follow us On Our Social media Handles :
Instagram
Youtube
Facebook
Twitter

Also Read- Pune