Ravneet Singh Bittu, a Union minister, recently called Rahul Gandhi the “number one terrorist,”
Hyderabad: Telangana Congress MLA Vedama Bojju stirred controversy on September 20 by offering a reward of 1.38 acres of land for beheading Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu. This came after Bittu called Congress leader Rahul Gandhi the “number one terrorist.” Bojju demanded Bittu retract his remarks or face the consequences. The BJP condemned Bojju’s statement, calling it a dangerous provocation.
Bittu’s comments were linked to Gandhi’s remarks on the difficulties Sikhs face in India regarding religious symbols. The Union minister has been charged under various legal provisions for promoting enmity and provoking riots.
Incident Overview:
Telangana Congress MLA’s Remark: On September 20, Vedama Bojju, a Congress MLA from Nirmal, Telangana, sparked controversy by offering a reward of 1.38 acres of land to anyone who beheads Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu. Bojju’s provocative statement was in response to Bittu’s recent comment labeling Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as the “number one terrorist.” Bojju demanded Bittu retract his words, threatening to transfer his and his father’s land to anyone who brings Bittu’s head.
Context:
Union Minister’s Remark: Ravneet Singh Bittu, a Union minister, recently called Rahul Gandhi the “number one terrorist,” referencing Gandhi’s comments about Sikhs facing limitations in India regarding their religious symbols like turbans and kadas, as well as access to Gurudwaras. Bittu linked Gandhi’s statements to support from Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a Khalistan separatist, further aggravating tensions.
Reactions:
BJP’s Response: The BJP condemned Vedama Bojju’s comments, calling the threat a dangerous provocation. Telangana BJP’s official handle on social media platform ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) criticized Rahul Gandhi’s “Mohabbat ki Dukaan” initiative, suggesting that such violent statements are being normalized under his leadership.
Legal Action Against Bittu: Bittu has been booked under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Act, including provisions for circulating false information, provoking riots, and promoting enmity between different groups.
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