New Delhi: BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri’s derogatory remarks against BSP MP Danish Ali in the Lok Sabha on Thursday sparked a massive outrage, with Ali calling it “hate speech” and threatening to quit the House if action is not taken.
Opposition parties have rallied behind Ali, demanding that Bidhuri be suspended from the Lok Sabha. The INDIA bloc parties have also issued a statement condemning Bidhuri’s remarks and urging the Speaker to take action against him.
Bidhuri’s remarks, which were made during a discussion on the Chandrayaan mission, have been widely condemned as divisive and hateful. He has been accused of targeting Ali on the basis of his religion and trying to create a sense of fear and insecurity among Muslims.
The BJP has issued a show-cause notice to Bidhuri for his remarks, but many have called for stricter action to be taken. Some have even demanded that Bidhuri be expelled from the BJP.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha has said that he will take “strict action” against Bidhuri if he repeats such behavior. However, it remains to be seen what action, if any, the Speaker will take.
The Bidhuri remarks row has highlighted the growing problem of hate speech in India. It is important to remember that hate speech is not just harmful to the individuals or groups that are targeted, but it is also harmful to society as a whole. Hate speech can create a climate of fear and division, and it can lead to violence.
It is important to stand up against hate speech and to speak out in favor of tolerance and pluralism. We must all work together to create a more inclusive and harmonious society.