'Please, don't': Kejriwal's comparison with Bhagat Singh draws flak | Latest News India - Hindustan Times
close_game
close_game

'Please, don't': Kejriwal's Bhagat Singh comment draws flak

By | Written by Poulomi Ghosh
Feb 18, 2022 06:46 PM IST

Punjab Congress, Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, Delhi BJP MP Gautam Gambhir criticised Kejriwal's comment on Bhagat Singh. 

Delhi chief minister and Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal, who has come under fire following Kumar Vishwas's claims regarding his proximity with separatists, on Friday said freedom fighter Bhagat Singh was also called a terrorist. The comment did not go down well with the Congress and the BJP as they condemned the comment. 

Kejriwal on Friday responded to the allegations brought against him by his former aide Kumar Vishwas, (ANI)
Kejriwal on Friday responded to the allegations brought against him by his former aide Kumar Vishwas, (ANI)

After Punjab chief minister Charanjit Channi appealed to PM Modi seeking an investigation against Kejriwal, the Delhi CM said he must be the sweetest terrorist of the world who wants to build schools and hospitals for people. 

Hindustan Times - your fastest source for breaking news! Read now.

The reference to Bhagat Singh drew sharp reactions from other political leaders. Former cricketer and BJP leader Gautam Gambhir tweeted, "Bhagat Singh sacrificed his body for the country, got it cut into pieces but did not allow his country to be broken into pieces. Shameful to take his name for power."

 

Punjab Congress objected and said the comparison is a disrespect to the national hero. "We object @ArvindKejriwalcomparing himself with Shaheed Bhagat Singh. Kejriwal apologised to Majithia, an infamous culprit in drug trade. He also colluded with anti-Punjab terrorists for votes. To compare himself with Shaheed Bhagat Singh is disrespect of our national hero!" it tweeted.

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi slammed Kejriwal and tweeted, "Please for your politics don’t compare self to the brave man of Mother India, Shaheed Bhagat Singh."

 

Unveiling Elections 2024: The Big Picture', a fresh segment in HT's talk show 'The Interview with Kumkum Chadha', where leaders across the political spectrum discuss the upcoming general elections. Watch now!

Get Current Updates on India News, Election 2024, Mukhtar Ansari Death News Live, Bihar Board 10th Result 2024 Live along with Latest News and Top Headlines from India and around the world.
SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
Share this article
SHARE
Story Saved
Live Score
OPEN APP
Saved Articles
Following
My Reads
Sign out
New Delhi 0C
Friday, March 29, 2024
Start 14 Days Free Trial Subscribe Now
Follow Us On