Giriraj Singh controversial statement: Union Minister and BJP leader Giriraj Singh has come under heavy scrutiny after making a provocative statement during the Hindu Swabhiman Yatra in Kishanganj. Urging Hindus to “retaliate with force” and advocating the use of swords, spears, and tridents in response, Singhs statement has raised alarm across the political landscape, sparking concerns about potential communal unrest.Singhs remarks stir controversy in Seemanchal regionSingh, known for his outspoken and often polarizing statements, arrived in the Seemanchal region as part of his Hindu Swabhiman Yatra. His speech, which called for aggressive retaliation, is widely seen as a direct incitement, with critics claiming it fuels tensions wherever he speaks. Many community members have expressed concern over Singhs inflammatory rhetoric, fearing it could compromise peace and unity in the area.हिन्दू स्वाभिमान यात्रा में Seemanchal आये Giriraj Singh सीधे सीधे दंगा भड़का रहा है, जहाँ जहाँ जा रहा है वहा का माहौल ख़राब कर रहामै नीतीश कुमार जी से पूछना चाहता हुँ की आप ने इसको कुछ स्पेशल परमिशन दिये है का जो इतना खुल के दंगा भड़का रहा है, और आप खामोश होकर तमाशा देख रहे… pic.twitter.com/vp4KKh3ozT— Farhan Rasheed (@farhanrasheed07) October 24, 2024Nitish Kumar pressed on law and order in BiharThe statement has led to a call for accountability from Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, with political leaders and local citizens questioning the governments stance on maintaining law and order. “Has Giriraj Singh received special permission to openly incite riots” critics ask, as they urge Kumar to address what some see as unchecked instigation. The apparent silence from the Bihar government has intensified debates around law enforcement and the responsibilities of public officials in promoting peace.Case filed against Giriraj Singh over his remarksThe incident has also sparked legal action, as Imtiaz Alam, associated with Asaduddin Owaisis AIMIM, has filed a case against Singh in the Kishanganj court. As Singhs Hindu Swabhiman Yatra continues, political observers warn that further inflammatory remarks could escalate tensions, calling for responsible leadership amid this controversial tour.
