Lok Sabha Elections 2024: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav found himself under scrutiny after sharing a video of him enjoying a fish meal in a helicopter, sparking controversy during the Navratri festival, known for its vegetarian dietary traditions.Lok Sabha Elections 2024: A counter argument amid criticismTejashwi Yadav swiftly responded to the backlash, clarifying that the video was recorded on April 8, a day before the commencement of Navratri. He defended his actions, suggesting that the timing of the video was deliberately chosen to test the perception of BJP supporters and media outlets.We uploaded this video to gauge the intelligence level of BJP and pro-government media followers, and our suspicions were confirmed. The tweet clearly mentions the date, but unfortunately, many blind followers failed to grasp this fact. Furthermore, Sahni mentioned adding chili at the end, remarked Tejashwi Yadav.Lok Sabha Elections 2024: The controversial videoThe controversy erupted when Tejashwi Yadav shared a video depicting him and former minister Mukesh Sahni sharing a meal in a helicopter amidst the hectic election campaign. The accompanying caption, Food in helicopter amidst the hustle and bustle of election! Date - 08/04/2024, led to criticism, particularly regarding the consumption of non-vegetarian food during Navratri.चुनावी भागदौड़ एवं व्यस्तता के बीच हेलिकॉप्टर में भोजन! दिनांक- 08/04/2024 #TejashwiYadav #bihari #politics #Bihar #biharifood #बिहार #india pic.twitter.com/JIfgbXfQpP— Tejashwi Yadav (@yadavtejashwi) April 9, 2024Lok Sabha Elections 2024: BJP failed the testBJP MP Giriraj Singh joined the fray, labeling Tejashwi Yadav as a seasonal Sanatani, implying opportunistic behavior. Singh accused Yadav of practicing appeasement politics, alleging that during his fathers tenure, individuals such as Rohingyas and Bangladeshi infiltrators found refuge in Bihar.The incident underscores the intricate interplay of cultural sensitivities and political posturing, especially during religiously significant periods such as Navratri. Tejashwi Yadavs response reflects a strategic attempt to navigate the criticism, while BJPs Giriraj Singh leverages the situation to underscore broader political narratives.Tejashwi Yadav, Navratri controversy, BJP criticism, political narratives, cultural sensitivity, RJD.
