BJP leader Vivekanand Gupta has filed a formal complaint with the Election Commission against Shiv Sena spokesperson Sanjay Raut for allegedly making "derogatory" remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a public gathering in Maharashtra.

According to Gupta`s complaint, Raut criticised Prime Minister Modi during a speech in Sangli by using Aurangzeb`s birthplace. Gupta has requested the Election Commission to take action against Raut and begin legal procedures against him, stated an ANI report. The report further stated that the complaint claimed Raut`s statement comparing Prime Minister Modi to Aurangzeb is offensive and divisive. It claims that such comments have the potential to exacerbate communal tensions and promote conflict among various populations.