Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has sparked a political controversy after referring to violent protests in Albania and suggesting that India should learn from the events there.His remarks have drawn criticism from BJP leaders and prompted a public disagreement with Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi, who opposed taking inspiration from violence against democratic institutions. The controversy has reignited the debate over political protests, regime change and the limits of democratic dissent in India.What exactly did Sanjay Raut say? Why has his Albania comparison triggered such a strong reaction?Watch for the latest developments and political reactions.Subscribe to News18 for breaking news, exclusive interviews and in-depth political analysis. -News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴Watch News18 LIVE 24×7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App – https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
Last Updated: October 20, 2026, 21:51 IST