BJP vs AAP: FIR Sparks Political Uproar in Punjab
Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar criticized the AAP government for an FIR against BJP leaders, including municipal councillors, after a protest at Ludhiana Mayor Inderjit Kaur's office. Jakhar joined the protest, demanding the FIR's withdrawal, and labelled the mayor's actions as government arrogance silencing genuine public concerns.
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Pushing back against what he describes as unjust political maneuvering, Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has openly criticized the AAP government following an FIR filed against five BJP leaders. The incident, which took place at Ludhiana's mayoral office, has fueled ongoing tensions in the political arena.
The FIR names BJP councillors Gauravjeet Singh Gora and Mukesh Khatri, along with three others linked to municipal politics and 20 unidentified individuals. They face accusations of causing disturbances during a meeting meant to discuss developmental issues with Mayor Inderjit Kaur.
Jakhar has denounced the actions of Mayor Kaur, calling her behavior emblematic of governmental arrogance. He emphasized that BJP leaders will persist with their opposition until the FIR is rescinded, arguing that their concerns were legitimate and deserved attention.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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