BJP chief Nadda summons Kangana over her farmers' protest remarks
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Kangana Ranaut, who is currently facing criticism for her contentious comments on the farmers' protest, was summoned by party chief JP Nadda on Thursday. The meeting took place at Nadda's residence in Delhi and lasted approximately 30 minutes. Following their discussion, Nadda departed for a crucial meeting to finalize candidates for the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections.
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Ranaut, the MP from Mandi Lok Sabha constituency in Himachal Pradesh, has been embroiled in controversy due to her remarks about the 2020-21 farmers' protests. She suggested that these protests could have led to a Bangladesh-like situation if not for strong leadership. The actor-turned-politician also claimed that "bodies were hanging and rapes were taking place" during the demonstrations against the now-repealed three farm laws.
BJP distances itself from Ranaut's remarks
The BJP has distanced itself from Ranaut's comments and instructed her to refrain from making such statements in the future. The party clarified that she was neither authorized nor permitted to comment on party policy issues. In a statement, the BJP said, "The statement made by BJP MP Kangana Ranaut in the context of the farmers' movement is not the opinion of the party."
Opposition and public response to Ranaut's comments
Ranaut's comments have also drawn criticism from opposition parties. Congress leader Randeep Surjewala urged her to "get well soon," while questioning the BJP's silence on the matter. The Himachal Pradesh Assembly passed a Congress-backed resolution condemning Ranaut's remarks on Tuesday. Additionally, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) organized protests in various parts of Haryana against her statements, with Haryana AAP president Sushil Gupta labeling them as "shameful."
Ranaut expresses regret over controversial remarks
In response to the widespread criticism, Ranaut has expressed regret if her comments have unintentionally harmed the party's cause or policies. She stated, "If I have genuinely hurt the party's cause and its position or policy, there is nobody who could be more hurt than me." The actor-turned-politician also pledged to be more cautious with her words in future and align better with the party's policies.
