1. JP Nadda, BJP president, responds to Dilip Ghosh’s controversial remarks on Mamata Banerjee.
2. Notice issued to Ghosh demanding clarification for his comments deemed indecent and unparliamentary.
3. BJP takes action, emphasizing comments contradict party principles.
Kolkata, March 27: Bharatiya Janata Party president JP Nadda has taken action against Bengal BJP leader Dilip Ghosh for his controversial remarks directed at Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
In a notice issued to Ghosh, Nadda seeks clarification, labeling the comments as indecent and unparliamentary, contradicting the party’s principles.
The BJP strongly condemns Ghosh’s remarks and demands an explanation from him. In response, Ghosh acknowledges the notice, expressing regret if his words were perceived as unparliamentary.
He pledges to provide an official response to the party’s inquiry.
Previously, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) complained to the Election Commission of India, accusing Ghosh of violating the Model Code of Conduct by making personal attacks against Mamata Banerjee.
Ghosh’s statement, where he questioned Banerjee’s identification of her father, sparked controversy.
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Referring to the clause in the poll code, the TMC emphasizes the need for immediate action against Ghosh for his remarks, which are deemed offensive and derogatory.
The party asserts that such comments not only lack decency but also perpetuate misogyny and disrespect towards women in positions of authority.
The BJP leader’s statements have elicited sharp criticism from TMC leaders, with Kirti Azad condemning them as demeaning to women and suggesting legal action under the POCSO Act.
Bengal minister Shashi Panja echoes the sentiment, emphasizing the necessity of defeating individuals like Ghosh in the upcoming elections.
