A controversial video of senior BJP leader SP Singh Baghel has resurfaced, causing a stir on social media. In the video, Baghel can be seen making a provocative statement about Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Akhilesh Yadav. Baghel asserted that if the SP secured even 10 seats in the Lok Sabha elections, he would lick wherever Akhilesh Yadav spits. This statement was made during an interview with a private news channel before the Lok Sabha elections.The Videos ContextThe video shows SP Singh Baghel in Varanasi, wearing a towel around his neck with Kashi inscribed on it, indicating he had attended an event in the city. The statement was made in response to a reporters question, reflecting Baghels confidence that the Samajwadi Party would not achieve significant success in the elections.Social Media BacklashThe resurfaced video has sparked outrage among social media users. One user, @parmanandyadavv, highlighted Baghels words and questioned whether he would fulfil his promise now that the SP had performed better than expected. This backlash underscores the sensitivity and lasting impact of political statements made in public forums.ये है बीजेपी के कैबिनेट मंत्री #एसपी_सिंह_बघेल इन्होने कहा था की उत्तर प्रदेश में अगर #अखिलेश_यादव 10 सीट जीत लेंगे !तो अखिलेश यादव जहाँ थूक देंगे वहां ये चाट लेंगे तो क्या ये अपना वादा पूरा करेंगे ...@yadavakhilesh pic.twitter.com/BXrMaQpSJt— Parmanand Azamgarhi (@parmanandyadavv) June 6, 2024Who is SP Singh BaghelPolitical CareerSP Singh Baghel is a prominent BJP leader who won the Agra Lok Sabha seat, defeating Samajwadi Party candidate Suresh Chand Kardam by a significant margin of over two and a half lakh votes. In the 2019 elections, he also defeated BSPs Manoj Soni.Early CareerBefore entering politics, Baghel was a sub-inspector in the Uttar Pradesh Police. His political journey began under the guidance of former UP Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav. Baghels father served in the Madhya Pradesh Police, which influenced his disciplined and service-oriented approach to his career.Educational BackgroundBaghel is highly educated, holding a law degree, a postgraduate degree in science, and a doctorate. He completed his studies at Jiwaji University in Gwalior and Meerut University.Political MilestonesBaghel first contested the Lok Sabha elections in 1998 from the Jalesar seat as a Samajwadi Party candidate and won. He repeated his success in the 1999 and 2004 elections. In 2010, Baghel transitioned to the Rajya Sabha as a BSP member. Although he lost the 2014 Lok Sabha election from Firozabad on a BSP ticket, he later joined the BJP and won the Tundla assembly seat in the 2017 UP Assembly elections, subsequently becoming a minister in the Yogi Adityanath government.SP Singh Baghels controversial remark has reignited discussions about political rhetoric and accountability. As the video continues to circulate on social media, it highlights the enduring impact of public statements and the scrutiny faced by political leaders. Baghels career trajectory from a police officer to a seasoned politician underscores his adaptability and resilience in the ever-changing landscape of Indian politics
