BJP MLA Criticises Sanjay Raut for ‘Terrorists Joined BJP’ Remark
In a shocking statement, Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Raut stirred a controversy by saying that the Pahalgam terrorists, who are still at large, might have joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The remark has sparked outrage, with BJP MLA Ram Kadam calling it “ridiculous” and an “insult to our armed forces”.
Raut’s comment came during an interview with a news channel, where he was asked about the Pahalgam terrorists who have been evading capture. In response, he said, “Pahalgam terrorists have not been caught because they probably joined the BJP.” This statement has been widely condemned by many, including BJP MLA Ram Kadam, who described it as “an insult to our armed forces”.
Kadam, who represents the Vidhan Sabha constituency of Goregaon, was quoted as saying, “Sanjay Raut’s statement is ridiculous and an insult to our armed forces. Terrorists are terrorists, and they cannot join any political party, including the BJP. It’s an insult to the sacrifices made by our soldiers and the entire nation.”
The BJP MLA further added that Raut’s statement was “an attempt to smear the BJP’s image” and that he was trying to “divert attention from the real issues”. Kadam’s reaction to Raut’s statement has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many people calling for Raut’s apology.
In response to Kadam’s criticism, Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Nirupam, who is also a leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT) faction, said that Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders were making such statements out of frustration. Nirupam was quoted as saying, “We are making these statements because we are frustrated with the government’s inability to catch the terrorists. We are not trying to insult anyone, but we want the government to take action against these terrorists.”
Raut’s statement has also drawn criticism from other quarters, with many people calling it “irresponsible” and “divisive”. The Pahalgam terrorists, who are believed to be involved in several attacks in the Valley, have been evading capture for several years, and Raut’s statement has been seen as an attempt to deflect attention from the government’s failure to catch them.
The controversy surrounding Raut’s statement has also highlighted the deepening rift between the Shiv Sena and the BJP, which are currently in a bitter feud over several issues. The Shiv Sena (UBT) faction, which is led by Uddhav Thackeray, has been critical of the BJP’s policies and has been trying to poach BJP MLAs into their fold.
In conclusion, Sanjay Raut’s statement that Pahalgam terrorists might have joined the BJP has sparked a controversy that has raised several questions about the state of politics in India. While Raut’s statement was seen as an attempt to deflect attention from the government’s failure to catch the terrorists, it has also highlighted the deepening rift between the Shiv Sena and the BJP.
As the country continues to grapple with the issue of terrorism, it is essential that political leaders refrain from making irresponsible statements that can further divide the nation. Instead, they should focus on working together to find solutions to the problems facing the country.
