Mumbai: 50-Year-Old Arrested in Malad for Posting Objectionable Message on Social Media About Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj

A 50-year-old resident of the Malvani area of Malad West, Mumbai, was arrested by police for his social media message. The accused is identified as Wajid Hazrat Momin. According to the news agency IANS, he posted objectionable content about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.  Momin's post, which referenced Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, allegedly incited religious sentiments and created tensions between communities. A case has been registered, and the police are investigating the matter further. Further details are awaited.

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Wajid Momin wrote in his post, "Don't know how Aurangzeb had killed him, that the sound of pain is still echoing today." After the post went viral, tension escalated in the area, leading to a dispute between two communities. Upon receiving the complaint, Malvani police swiftly took action and took Wajid into custody.

#BREAKING Malad Malvani Police in Mumbai have arrested 50-year-old Wajid Hazrat Momin for posting an objectionable message on social media about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. His post, which referenced Aurangzeb, allegedly incited religious sentiments and created tensions between… pic.twitter.com/9IrP6Hp9lw

— IANS (@ians_india) March 27, 2025

According to the police, the post hurt religious sentiments and disrupted social harmony. A case has been registered against Wajid under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. Following his arrest, he has been detained for questioning. The Malvani police are investigating why Wajid wrote the post and what his intentions were. They are also looking into whether any other individuals were involved in the case.

The incident, which took place in the Malvani area of Malad, has gained attention due to its sensitive nature. The police have deployed additional security forces in the area to maintain peace. While locals have applauded the swift action taken by the police, some organisations have protested against the post. The Malvani police have urged people not to believe in rumours and to maintain peace. The full details of the case will be revealed only after the investigation is completed.