A controversial statement by BJP MP Pradeep Purohit has sparked a political uproar. He compared Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, claiming that Modi's previous birth was as Shivaji Maharaj.
New Delhi: A controversial statement by BJP MP Pradeep Purohit has created a stir in political circles. He compared Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, stating that Modi's previous life was as Shivaji Maharaj. Following this statement, opposition parties launched a scathing attack on the BJP, calling it an insult to historical figures.
MP Pradeep Purohit's Statement
MP Pradeep Purohit said, "A saint named Girija Baba told me that the country's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's previous birth was as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Therefore, he is working in nation-building." His statement caused an uproar in the house, leading the Deputy Chairman to order its removal from the proceedings.
Opposition Attacks BJP
The opposition bly reacted to the BJP MP's statement. Congress MP Varsha Eknath Gaikwad tweeted, "The BJP is continuously insulting Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. First, they insulted him by placing his hat on Narendra Modi's head, and now this statement. This is a calculated conspiracy by the BJP. We bly condemn it and demand an apology from Narendra Modi."
Furthermore, the NCP and Shiv Sena (Uddhav group) also bly objected to the statement, calling it an attempt to distort history.
Anger Erupts on Social Media
The statement has been heavily criticized on social media. Many historians and political analysts have termed it illogical. Hashtags like #ShivajiMaharaj and #ModiComparison began trending on Twitter (now X). Currently, a major debate is raging in the country regarding Aurangzeb and the Maratha Empire. BJP leaders are continuously criticizing Mughal rule, while the opposition is attacking the BJP over its statements regarding Shivaji Maharaj.
