BJP demands public apology from Rahul Gandhi over Chhath Puja remarks
The Bharatiya Janata Party accused the Congress leader of disrespecting Hindu sentiments during the second day of the Chhath Puja festival.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of disrespecting Hindu sentiments regarding Chhath Puja. According to the Times of India, the BJP has demanded a public apology from Gandhi for his past comments.
BJP leader Pradeep Bhandari led the criticism by sharing a video of remarks made by Gandhi during last year's celebrations. Bhandari stated on X that Gandhi had called Chhath Puja a 'drama' one year ago.
Bhandari questioned whether the Congress party respects Hindu sentiments and the people of Bihar. He also asked if Gandhi would issue a public video apology for his remarks.
The criticism follows comments made by Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray. Thackeray alleged that the BJP and its social media ecosystem were attempting to create discord in Maharashtra by circulating reels related to the festival.
Thackeray also raised objections to what he described as 'cultural aggression' in the name of Chhath Puja.