Maharashtra pigeon feeding row: Jain monk warns of hunger strike, says 'will take up arms if needed'
Monday, 11 August 2025 ()
Jain monk Muni Nileshchandra Vijay is threatening a hunger strike starting August 13 over the closure of Dadar Kabutarkhana, a traditional pigeon-feeding site. The BMC closed the area citing health concerns, leading to clashes. Vijay alleges political motivation and vows defiance, even against court orders, claiming widespread Jain support.
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