Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday blamed the BJP for the controversy over alleged desecration of ‘Ramcharitmanas’ by his cabinet colleague belonging to the RJD. Yadav said, “The ‘Mahagathbandhan’ has been formed by its two top leaders Lalu Prasad and Nitish Kumar. It is they who enjoy the trust of the people and not the ‘bayanveers’ (motormouths).”
The controversy started over a statement by Bihar education minister Chandrashekhar, who alleged that some verses of ‘Ramcharitmanas’ promoted social discrimination, and compared the popular version of Ramayana with ‘Bunch’ written by RSS ideologue MS Golwalkar. Off Thoughts. ,
The youth leader said, “The Constitution is like a holy book for us, which gives everyone the right to express their opinion. Yet, it is the same Constitution which makes it mandatory for everyone to respect all religions.” The ‘mahagathbandhan’ is unbreakable (‘not going to break’). We are working towards fulfilling our promises like caste survey and 10 lakh jobs,” said the deputy CM.
He also said that people should beware of the ‘conspiracies’ of the BJP, as it is ‘cunningly’ trying to direct the political discourse towards a Hindu versus Muslim binary. Yadav said, “Let me make a prediction. In near future, you may see central agencies like ED after me with a fresh case. Then the focus will be on defaming me and my family.”
He said, “We must understand the conspiracies of the BJP. They tried to malign CM Nitish Kumar with rumors that he wanted to cool his heels as governor or vice-president while trying to break his party. They Again at work after the ‘Mahagathbandhan’.” An eyesore and may hamper his chances in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls,” claimed the RJD leader.
BJP has targeted Bihar Education Minister Chandrashekhar
A day after the minister’s remarks on Ramcharitmanas, Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Legislative Assembly Vijay Sinha demanded registration of an FIR against him.
“The way he has made the statement in the public domain, he is liable to face action under section 295A of the IPC. Nitish Kumar should take action against him and direct the police to register an FIR against him. He The education minister should also be sacked.” from the cabinet,” Sinha said.
“The statement of Chandrashekhar Yadav has hurt the sentiments of crores of Hindu community who believe in Lord Ram. Tejashwi Yadav should also clear his stand whether he stands with him or not. Leaders like him will do anything to remain in power. You can go to any extent.” Sinha continued.
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