BJP MLA Criticises Sanjay Raut for ‘Terrorists Joined BJP’ Remark
In a recent shocking statement, Sanjay Raut, a senior Shiv Sena leader, sparked outrage by claiming that the Pahalgam terrorists who went missing during the Amarnath yatra in 2017 might have joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Raut’s comment has been met with widespread criticism, with many terming it as an insult to the armed forces and a desperate attempt to deflect attention from the party’s internal conflicts.
BJP MLA Ram Kadam was the first to condemn Raut’s remark, calling it “ridiculous” and stating that it was an “insult to our armed forces.” Kadam’s reaction was swift and stern, with the MLA saying that it was unfortunate that Raut had made such a statement, which not only disrespected the security forces but also undermined the country’s national security.
Kadam’s criticism was echoed by many other BJP leaders and workers, who took to social media to express their outrage and disappointment. Many called for Raut to apologize for his remark and to acknowledge the gravity of his statement.
However, not everyone was quick to condemn Raut’s comment. Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Nirupam, a senior leader of the party’s Uddhav Thackeray faction, responded by saying that the statement was made out of frustration. Nirupam claimed that Raut’s comment was a reaction to the ongoing political turmoil in Maharashtra and the infighting within the Shiv Sena party.
Nirupam’s statement was seen as an attempt to defend Raut’s remark and to downplay its significance. However, many saw it as a feeble excuse and a desperate attempt to salvage Raut’s reputation.
Raut’s comment was made in a television interview, where he was asked about the Pahalgam terrorists who went missing during the Amarnath yatra in 2017. The terrorists were later killed in an encounter with the security forces, but Raut’s statement suggested that they might have joined the BJP instead.
The incident sparked a national outcry, with many calling for Raut to apologize and to retract his statement. The BJP and other opposition parties also condemned Raut’s remark, with many accusing him of making a mockery of the country’s national security.
The controversy surrounding Raut’s comment has brought to the fore the deep divisions within the Shiv Sena party. The party has been plagued by infighting and power struggles ever since the death of its founder, Bal Thackeray, in 2012. The latest controversy has further jeopardized the party’s already fragile image.
In the midst of the controversy, Raut has refused to apologize for his remark, saying that he stood by his statement. However, his comments have been met with widespread criticism, with many calling for him to resign from his position as a Shiv Sena leader.
As the controversy continues to rage on, it remains to be seen how the Shiv Sena party will respond to the backlash. Will Raut be forced to apologize and retract his statement, or will the party continue to stand by him? Only time will tell.
