J&K BJP Leader Ravinder Raina Shares Video with Soldiers in Snow, Opp’n Criticises Him
In the midst of growing tensions in Jammu and Kashmir, a video shared by BJP leader Ravinder Raina has sparked controversy and raised eyebrows among opposition leaders. The video shows Raina, accompanied by security personnel, running through snow-covered roads, leaving many to wonder about the purpose of the exercise.
The video was shared on social media platforms, including Twitter and Instagram, on February 22, just days after a terror attack in Pahalgam that killed three soldiers and injured several others. The attack was widely condemned by politicians and citizens alike, and the government has launched an investigation into the incident.
However, the timing of Raina’s video has raised questions about his intentions and priorities. The opposition leaders have accused him of misusing the security forces for his own personal agenda, rather than focusing on the security concerns of the state.
“Security forces can protect borders later, but saving BJP leaders is very important,” tweeted Shiv Sena-UBT’s Priyanka Chaturvedi, reacting to the video.
Raina’s video, which has been viewed millions of times, shows him running through the snow-covered roads of Jammu and Kashmir, accompanied by security personnel. The BJP leader is seen smiling and waving at the camera, as the personnel try to keep up with him.
The opposition leaders have questioned the need for Raina to go out and run in the snow, especially when there are more pressing concerns in the state. “What is the purpose of this exercise? Is it to show off his physical fitness or to divert attention from the real issues facing the state?” asked Chaturvedi.
The video has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many users questioning Raina’s priorities. “Is this what we pay our tax for? To see our leaders running in the snow while our borders are being breached?” tweeted a user.
On the other hand, some supporters of Raina have defended his actions, saying that he was trying to boost morale and show his support for the security personnel. “He is trying to boost the morale of our brave soldiers who are fighting for our country,” tweeted a user.
Raina has not commented on the controversy, but his supporters have dismissed the opposition’s criticism, saying that it is an attempt to distract from the real issues facing the state.
The controversy comes at a time when the state of Jammu and Kashmir is facing a surge in terrorist activities. In recent weeks, there have been several attacks on security personnel, including the Pahalgam terror attack that killed three soldiers.
The opposition leaders have called for the government to take concrete steps to improve security in the state, rather than engaging in “reel” games. “We need action on the ground, not videos that are meant to show off our leaders’ physical fitness,” said Chaturvedi.
The controversy has also raised questions about the use of security personnel for personal purposes. “Security personnel are meant to protect the country, not to escort BJP leaders on a snow-filled adventure,” tweeted a user.
As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Raina will respond to the criticism. Will he apologize for the video or will he continue to defend his actions? Only time will tell.
