Mahadangal: Saffron Terror or Political Fiction? Malegaon Case Reopens Old Wounds | ABP NEWS

The Malegaon blast case, one of India’s most controversial terror investigations, concluded with the acquittal of all seven accused, including BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Thakur. The verdict has stirred a political storm, especially over the long-standing debate around terms like "saffron terror." On ABP News Prime Time, a fierce discussion unfolded as BJP spokesperson Vinod Bansal criticized the Congress party for allegedly fabricating the narrative of Hindu terrorism for vote-bank politics. He accused the previous governments of appeasement, claiming that Hindus were wrongfully framed to please certain communities. Sadhvi Pragya, after being cleared of charges, alleged that the “green color” — often associated with Islam — was linked to terrorism. She referenced violent incidents in Pahalgam, claiming Hindus were specifically targeted. Her remarks were strongly condemned by opposition leaders and Muslim scholars, who argued that linking terrorism with any religion or color is divisive and dangerous. Maulana Abdul Numani, a panelist on the show, emphasized that terrorism has no religion. He said both Hindu and Muslim suspects have been wrongly accused in various cases, pointing toward deep flaws in the justice system. He rejected claims of minority appeasement and reminded viewers that most terror-related arrests happened under Congress rule. The debate has reignited core questions: Is terrorism being politicized? Can a religion or a color be blamed for individual acts of violence? And most importantly, how can India maintain unity amid growing polarization?