Guwahati, Aug 16: A recent incident in Assam has caused a stir, as a First Information Report (FIR) has been filed against the president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Assam unit, Bhabesh Kalita.
The FIR was lodged by three villagers who allege that Kalita was involved in the controversial act of unfurling the national flag upside down during the 77th Independence Day celebrations. This incident has sparked demands for an inquiry into whether this action was deliberate or an unfortunate blunder.
The FIR was registered at the Nagaon Sadar Police Station and accuses Bhabesh Kalita of engaging in a treasonous act by knowingly unfurling the National Flag in an inverted manner. The complaint suggests that this act was not accidental but was part of a deliberate conspiracy. The incident has drawn attention due to its occurrence during a significant national event, and the implications of such an act on the country’s symbols and values.
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The incident took place during the 77th Independence Day celebrations, a day meant to honor the freedom and unity of the nation. Reports indicate that the Assam BJP President had inadvertently hoisted the tricolor upside down. The error was promptly corrected once it was brought to their attention. Kalita explained the mishap by stating that the workers responsible for hoisting the flag were unaware of the mistake, leading to the unintentional inversion.
The incident has triggered various reactions from different quarters. Citizens, political observers, and social media users expressed their concern over the incident, questioning whether it was an honest mistake or a more deliberate act. Many argued that the national flag is a symbol of utmost importance and should be treated with the utmost respect and care, regardless of the intentions behind the act.
The BJP-led government had previously initiated the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga‘ campaign, aimed at promoting national pride and raising awareness about the proper use and significance of the national flag. The campaign emphasized the importance of correctly hoisting the flag, with the saffron portion on top and the green at the bottom.
The FIR against Bhabesh Kalita raises significant questions about the responsibility of leaders and citizens in upholding the dignity of national symbols. The demand for an inquiry into the incident stems from concerns about the possible intention behind the act and whether it was a one-time mistake or a larger disregard for the nation’s values.
The incident involving the accidental upside-down hoisting of the national flag during Independence Day celebrations in Assam has ignited a broader conversation about the significance of our national symbols and the care they demand.
The FIR against BJP President Bhabesh Kalita reflects the nation’s collective concern for preserving the sanctity of these symbols and holding leaders accountable for their actions. As the investigation unfolds, it remains important to remember that such incidents should serve as reminders of the deep respect owed to our country’s heritage and identity.
