The Congress party has strongly criticized former Calcutta High Court judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay, who is now a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for the Lok Sabha elections, over his controversial comments regarding Mahatma Gandhi and Nathuram Godse.
In an interview, Gangopadhyay stated that he cannot choose between Gandhi and Godse, sparking outrage among political circles. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh described Gangopadhyay’s remarks as “worse than pathetic” and called for his candidature to be withdrawn immediately.
Gangopadhyay comments came during a discussion on a Bengali channel, where he expressed his reluctance to take sides until he reads Godse’s writings to understand the reasons behind Gandhi’s assassination. Despite facing criticism for his previous remarks on sensitive issues, Gangopadhyay remains the BJP candidate for Tamluk constituency in West Bengal.
The controversy surrounding Gangopadhyay’s candidacy highlights the complexities of electoral dynamics in India and the importance of responsible rhetoric from political candidates. The Congress party’s condemnation adds to the ongoing debate about historical interpretation and political discourse.
With the Lok Sabha elections approaching, Gangopadhyay remarks have reignited discussions about the intersection of law, politics, and historical figures like Mahatma Gandhi. The incident underscores the need for candidates to uphold the values of integrity and respect for national icons during election campaigns.
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