BJP Leader Apologizes for Vilasrao Deshmukh Remarks as Riteish Deshmukh Hits Back

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Maharashtra BJP chief Ravindra Chavan sparked controversy with his comments about former CM and late Congress leader Vilasrao Deshmukh, who was from Latur. Chavan claimed that the city would soon forget Deshmukh's legacy, but his remarks were met with sharp criticism from the Congress and Vilasrao's family. Actor Riteish Deshmukh, son of the former CM, responded to Chavan's comments in an emotional video statement. He said that the memories of those who dedicated their lives to the people are etched in their minds and cannot be erased. Riteish's brother, Amit Deshmukh, also condemned Chavan's remarks, saying that they were 'extremely unfortunate and deeply distressing'. The Congress accused the BJP of trying to undermine Deshmukh's contributions to the state's development and questioned their knowledge of the deep bond he shared with Latur. Chavan later apologized for his comments, stating that he meant to focus on civic amenities and development in the local body elections. However, the controversy has already stirred up emotions in Latur, a city that holds a special place in the hearts of the Deshmukh family. As the local body elections heat up, the BJP's apology may not be enough to salvage the party's reputation in the region. The legacy of Vilasrao Deshmukh continues to be a sensitive topic, and it remains to be seen how the BJP will recover from this controversy.