The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strongly criticized a Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for claiming that Lord Ram was a Muslim, calling the remark a "deliberate insult" to the Hindu faith. The statement has sparked outrage among BJP leaders and Hindu organizations, who are demanding an apology and retraction of the comment.
The controversy arose after TMC MLA Humayun Kabir made the remark during a public gathering in Murshidabad, West Bengal. Kabir's statement quickly went viral on social media, drawing sharp reactions from various quarters. The BJP has seized upon the issue, accusing the TMC of deliberately trying to incite communal tensions for political gain.
"This is a blatant attempt to distort history and undermine the faith of millions of Hindus," said a senior BJP leader. "Such comments are not only irresponsible but also dangerous, as they can incite hatred and division in society." The BJP has demanded that the TMC take strict action against Kabir and publicly apologize for his remarks.
Several Hindu organizations have also condemned Kabir's statement, calling it an "unacceptable attack" on their religious beliefs. They have urged the TMC to respect the sentiments of the Hindu community and refrain from making such provocative statements in the future.
The TMC has so far refrained from directly addressing the controversy. However, some TMC leaders have privately expressed their displeasure with Kabir's remarks, acknowledging that they were unnecessary and could damage the party's image.
Political analysts believe that the BJP is likely to use this issue to further polarize the electorate in West Bengal, where the party has been trying to make inroads in recent years. The state has a significant Muslim population, and the BJP has often accused the TMC of appeasing the Muslim community for electoral gains.
This is not the first time that controversial statements about religious figures have triggered political storms in India. In the past, similar remarks have led to violent clashes and social unrest. Political observers are urging leaders from all parties to exercise caution and refrain from making statements that could inflame religious passions.
The incident comes at a sensitive time, with several states in India heading for elections in the coming months. Political parties are likely to use every opportunity to mobilize their supporters and gain an edge over their rivals. However, analysts warn that resorting to communal polarization could have dangerous consequences for the country's social fabric.
