Rahul Gandhi Stands in Solidarity
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi visited BSP MP Danish Ali in a show of solidarity following the controversial comments made by BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri. Gandhi’s visit aimed to express support for Danish Ali amid the ongoing controversy.
Ramesh Bidhuri’s remarks targeting Danish Ali during a Lok Sabha session sparked outrage. The Congress demanded action against Bidhuri for his derogatory comments against the Muslim MP. The incident has raised concerns about hate speech within Parliament.
Danish Ali’s Privilege Motion
In response to the offensive comments, Danish Ali submitted a privilege motion against Ramesh Bidhuri. He expressed disappointment over the incident and called for action to be taken against Bidhuri. Danish Ali also hinted at the possibility of leaving Parliament if action was not taken.
Rahul Gandhi’s Message
During his visit, Rahul Gandhi conveyed a message of unity and support to Danish Ali. He emphasized that Ali was not alone in facing such challenges and that those standing for democracy were standing with him. The meeting aimed to boost Danish Ali’s morale in the face of adversity.
आप अचानक आ गये, मेरा हौसला बढ़ा गये!
— Kunwar Danish Ali (@KDanishAli) September 22, 2023
नफ़रत हारेगी, मुहब्बत जीतेगी!!!
Your surprise visit gave me immense strength to continue my fight against growing hate culture in the country!
Thank you Rahul ji!🙏🙏🙏 https://t.co/2UeonxBGoT
Congress Lok Sabha leader Adhir Chowdhury wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, urging him to take action against Ramesh Bidhuri. Chowdhury highlighted the unprecedented nature of the comments made against a member of a minority community in Parliament. He called for the matter to be examined by the Privileges Committee and for punitive action against Bidhuri.
Danish Ali’s & BJP’s Response
Danish Ali condemned the hate speech directed at him within the Lok Sabha. He questioned the use of such language in Parliament and expressed disappointment in the behavior of some BJP members who appeared to endorse the comments. Danish Ali emphasized that hate speech had no place in the parliamentary discourse.
Check Out: Canada's Justin Trudeau Asserts "Credible Reasons" for Indian Government's Involvement in Killing
While Ramesh Bidhuri made the controversial remarks, some senior BJP members, including Ravi Shankar Prasad and Harsh Vardhan, were present in the Lok Sabha at the time. Harsh Vardhan issued a statement distancing himself from the incident, stating that he could not hear what was being said. Ravi Shankar Prasad also disapproved of any indecent comments.
Conclusion
The controversy surrounding Ramesh Bidhuri’s comments highlights the need for decorum and respect in parliamentary proceedings. Danish Ali’s privilege motion and Rahul Gandhi’s visit underscore the importance of addressing hate speech within the legislative framework. The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by parliamentarians in maintaining a conducive environment for constructive debate.
