BJP MP Ananta Maharaj Faces 6 FIRs Over Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Remarks, Apologises
Six FIRs have been registered against BJP MP Ananta Maharaj over alleged derogatory remarks against Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. The MP later apologised, saying he regretted comments that hurt sentiments. The West Bengal government has also withdrawn the Banga Bibhushan award earlier given to him, while BJP leader Tathagata Roy said the party cannot be blamed.
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Kolkata: Six FIRs got lodged against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ananta Maharaj for his derogatory comment against Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
Notably, a total of five people got arrested in connection with derogatory remarks on Netaji.
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Action over Netaji remarks
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said that irrespective of party and posts, action will be taken against everyone who had demeaned one of the greatest freedom fighters, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
“He is a senior citizen and has taken back his comments. Many comments have been withdrawn, almost 282. Ananta Maharaj was given the Banga Bibhushan award by the earlier government. We have taken it away from him,” said Adhikari.
Meanwhile, the MP on Friday had apologised for his comment against Netaji in a video statement.
“I am saying this by showing respect towards Netaji, that if anyone has been hurt by my unwarranted comments against Netaji then I am expressing my deepest regret for the same,” said Ananta Maharaj.
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Award withdrawal and BJP response
Incidentally, on Thursday West Bengal government also withdrew the Banga Bibhushan award which was given to Ananta Maharaj by the previous Trinamool Congress (TMC) government.
Senior BJP leader Tathagata Roy stated that BJP cannot be blamed for this controversy.
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