Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi, in a tweet, said, "I always believe that BJP chant Gandhi, but believe in Godse. During my speech on SPG Protection Act, I said that many in BJP endorse MP Pragya Thakur's views. Home Minister Amit Shah should have immediately asked the MP to apologise."
Pragya Thakur refers to Godse as 'deshbhakt'; Opposition targets Modi, BJP
BJP MP Pragya Thakur refers to Nathuram Godse as 'deshbhakt' in LS
23:26 November 27
23:05 November 27
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I always believe that BJP chant Gandhi, but believe in Godse. During my speech on SPG Protection Act, I said that many in BJP endorse MP Pragya Thakur’s views. Home Minister Amit Shah should have immediately asked the MP to apologise. https://t.co/Xp5m62KFUG
— Gaurav Gogoi (@GauravGogoiAsm) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">I always believe that BJP chant Gandhi, but believe in Godse. During my speech on SPG Protection Act, I said that many in BJP endorse MP Pragya Thakur’s views. Home Minister Amit Shah should have immediately asked the MP to apologise. https://t.co/Xp5m62KFUG
— Gaurav Gogoi (@GauravGogoiAsm) November 27, 2019I always believe that BJP chant Gandhi, but believe in Godse. During my speech on SPG Protection Act, I said that many in BJP endorse MP Pragya Thakur’s views. Home Minister Amit Shah should have immediately asked the MP to apologise. https://t.co/Xp5m62KFUG
— Gaurav Gogoi (@GauravGogoiAsm) November 27, 2019
23:04 November 27
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Pragya Thakur remark worshipping Nathuram Godse represent the dominant anti-Mahatma Gandhi sentiment prevelant within the #BJP & #RSS -Don’t be surprised if now she is made Defence Minister after being promoted to Defence Committee #pragyathakur
— Jaiveer Shergill (@JaiveerShergill) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">Pragya Thakur remark worshipping Nathuram Godse represent the dominant anti-Mahatma Gandhi sentiment prevelant within the #BJP & #RSS -Don’t be surprised if now she is made Defence Minister after being promoted to Defence Committee #pragyathakur
— Jaiveer Shergill (@JaiveerShergill) November 27, 2019Pragya Thakur remark worshipping Nathuram Godse represent the dominant anti-Mahatma Gandhi sentiment prevelant within the #BJP & #RSS -Don’t be surprised if now she is made Defence Minister after being promoted to Defence Committee #pragyathakur
— Jaiveer Shergill (@JaiveerShergill) November 27, 2019
Another Congress spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill alleged Thakur's remarks "worshipping Nathuram Godse" represent the dominant anti-Mahatma Gandhi sentiment prevalent within the BJP and the RSS.
"Don't be surprised if now she is made Defence Minister after being promoted to Defence Committee," he said.
23:03 November 27
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Unbelievable how #PragyaThakur has the nerve to call Nathuram Godse a patriot in Parliament today. How dare she? She is a terror accused and shd’ve never been elected.@narendramodi ji, don’t stay silent once agin, history won’t spare you. This is the land of Mahatma. @INCIndia
— Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">Unbelievable how #PragyaThakur has the nerve to call Nathuram Godse a patriot in Parliament today. How dare she? She is a terror accused and shd’ve never been elected.@narendramodi ji, don’t stay silent once agin, history won’t spare you. This is the land of Mahatma. @INCIndia
— Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) November 27, 2019Unbelievable how #PragyaThakur has the nerve to call Nathuram Godse a patriot in Parliament today. How dare she? She is a terror accused and shd’ve never been elected.@narendramodi ji, don’t stay silent once agin, history won’t spare you. This is the land of Mahatma. @INCIndia
— Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) November 27, 2019
Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said Thakur is a terror accused and should never been elected to Parliament.
"Narendra Modi ji, don't stay silent once again, history won't spare you. This is the land of Mahatma," she tweeted.
22:59 November 27
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This motormouth shall ensure the downfall of the BJP. Whatever the case might be, this is an extremely dangerous sign and has made a complete mockery of the Indian democracy and it's founding fathers.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
https://t.co/qC2w2iKq8l
">This motormouth shall ensure the downfall of the BJP. Whatever the case might be, this is an extremely dangerous sign and has made a complete mockery of the Indian democracy and it's founding fathers.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019
https://t.co/qC2w2iKq8lThis motormouth shall ensure the downfall of the BJP. Whatever the case might be, this is an extremely dangerous sign and has made a complete mockery of the Indian democracy and it's founding fathers.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019
https://t.co/qC2w2iKq8l
"Whatever the case might be, this is an extremely dangerous sign and has made a complete mockery of the Indian democracy and it's founding fathers," Abhishek Singhvi said in a tweet.
22:58 November 27
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BJP MP Pragya Thakur refers to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as "deshbhakt" during debate in Lok Sabha. These are the ideologies that have felt most empowered since BJP has come into power. It's shocking and shameful that she is a parliamentarian.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">BJP MP Pragya Thakur refers to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as "deshbhakt" during debate in Lok Sabha. These are the ideologies that have felt most empowered since BJP has come into power. It's shocking and shameful that she is a parliamentarian.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019BJP MP Pragya Thakur refers to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as "deshbhakt" during debate in Lok Sabha. These are the ideologies that have felt most empowered since BJP has come into power. It's shocking and shameful that she is a parliamentarian.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019
Inaction against Pragya proves 'latent support' to Godse's thought: Cong to Modi
The Congress on Friday attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over BJP MP Pragya Thakur's comments while reacting to DMK leader A Raja's remarks on Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse in Lok Sabha, alleging that the PM's "inaction" against her proves his latent support to "Godse's sinister thought".
Congress spokesperson Abhishek Singhvi, referring to Thakur, said "this motormouth" shall ensure the downfall of the BJP.
"These are the ideologies that have felt most empowered since BJP has come into power. It's shocking and shameful that she is a parliamentarian," Singhvi said in another tweet.
22:54 November 27
Kamal Nath seeks action against Pragya Thakur
Madhya Pradesh chief minister Kamal Nath has asked Prime Minister Modi if he is with Gandhi or Nathuram Godse.
His tweet follows the Bhopal Lok Sabha member Pragya Thakur's repeated mention of Godse as a patriot. Kamal Nath said if Modi had said he would never be able to forgive Pragya for calling Godse a patriot, should he not act now when she has reiterated her views on Gandhi's assassin in the sanctum of the nation's temple of democracy.
The nation now wants to know from the BJP whether it is with Gandhiji or with Godse? They should clarify this now. If he is with Gandhiji, then the BJP should take strict action against those who glorify Gandhi's killer.
22:21 November 27
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Today, received an invite to a meeting of the National Committee on 19/12 on the observation of the Mahatma's 150 years.
— Sitaram Yechury (@SitaramYechury) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
A BJP MP in Parliament reiterated how this should be done by hailing Godse. Her views are abominable.
Can she remain a BJP MP? https://t.co/f8XeRbw7hg
">Today, received an invite to a meeting of the National Committee on 19/12 on the observation of the Mahatma's 150 years.
— Sitaram Yechury (@SitaramYechury) November 27, 2019
A BJP MP in Parliament reiterated how this should be done by hailing Godse. Her views are abominable.
Can she remain a BJP MP? https://t.co/f8XeRbw7hgToday, received an invite to a meeting of the National Committee on 19/12 on the observation of the Mahatma's 150 years.
— Sitaram Yechury (@SitaramYechury) November 27, 2019
A BJP MP in Parliament reiterated how this should be done by hailing Godse. Her views are abominable.
Can she remain a BJP MP? https://t.co/f8XeRbw7hg
Left parties target BJP on Pragya Thakur's remarks on Godse
The Left parties attacked the BJP over party MP Pragya Thakur's comments while reacting to DMK leader A Raja's remarks on Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse in Lok Sabha, and asked if Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah endorse her comments.
After opposition members protested against Thakur's remarks, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said only the DMK leader's speech during the discussion on the Special Protection Group (Amendment) Bill will go on record.
Later, the Lok Sabha secretariat issued a official communication, saying Thakur's remarks are "non-recorded". The government has set up a national committee for commemoration of 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
CPI general secretary D Raja said Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah should clarify if they endorse her remarks.
"This has been her stated position. PM had said he will never forgive and forget when she had said this on an earlier occasion. Amit Shah said that there will be disciplinary action. But she keeps this position on the issue. The PM should answer, Shah should answer. Do they and the BJP endorse this view too," said Raja.
During the Lok Sabha election campaign, Thakur had described Godse as a patriot, triggering a huge political storm.
21:24 November 27
Speaker expunges Pragya remark on Godse
The Lok Sabha Speaker on Wednesday expunged a remark made by BJP MP Pragya Thakur describing Nathuram Godse, the killer of Mahatma Gandhi, as "deshbhakt" (patriot).
In a discussion on the Special Protection Group (Amendment) Bill when DMK member A. Raja cited Nathuram Godse's statement on why he killed Gandhi, Thakur interrupted and told Raja not to give example of a 'deshbhakt'.
Raja said that Godse admitted he had nursed a grudge against Gandhiji for 32 years before finally deciding to assassinate him. On Thakur's 'deshbhakt' remark, all opposition members stood up and protested. The BJP members then persuaded Thakur to sit down.
20:11 November 27
Pragya did not take Godse's name: Pralhad Joshi
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi on reports of BJP's Pragya Thakur referring to Nathuram Godse as 'deshbhakt' in Lok Sabha: Her mic was not on, she made the objection when the name of Udham Singh was being taken. She has even explained this and told it to me personally.
"She did not take the name of Godse or anyone else. There is nothing on record like that. It is not right to simply spread news like that," he added.
19:57 November 27
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Repeatedly referring to Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" is a perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics.
— Congress (@INCIndia) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
Will PM Modi condemn Pragya Thakur's remarks or continue to stay silent? https://t.co/VRj21CHGSg
">Repeatedly referring to Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" is a perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics.
— Congress (@INCIndia) November 27, 2019
Will PM Modi condemn Pragya Thakur's remarks or continue to stay silent? https://t.co/VRj21CHGSgRepeatedly referring to Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" is a perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics.
— Congress (@INCIndia) November 27, 2019
Will PM Modi condemn Pragya Thakur's remarks or continue to stay silent? https://t.co/VRj21CHGSg
Perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics: Congress
The Congress on Wednesday reacted sharply over BJP MP Pragya Thakur referring to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" during a debate in Lok Sabha, saying it is a perfect representation of the ruling party's "deplorable hate politics".
"Repeatedly referring to Nathuram Godse as a 'deshbhakt' is a perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics. Will PM Modi condemn Pragya Thakur's remarks or continue to stay silent?" the Congress said on its official Twitter handle.
When DMK member A Raja cited a statement of Godse on why he killed Mahatma Gandhi during a discussion on the Special Protection Group (Amendment) Bill, Thakur interrupted and said, "You cannot give example of a deshbhakt."
19:53 November 27
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India celebrates 150th yr of Gandhi Jayanti,
— Randeep Singh Surjewala (@rssurjewala) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
BUT
Terror accused BJP MP, Pragya Thakur celebrates Godse as ‘martyr’ on the floor of Parliament.
Modiji,
Inaction against Pragya proves your latent support to Godse’s sinister thought!
India won’t pardon you!https://t.co/Lplstgj6Ip
">India celebrates 150th yr of Gandhi Jayanti,
— Randeep Singh Surjewala (@rssurjewala) November 27, 2019
BUT
Terror accused BJP MP, Pragya Thakur celebrates Godse as ‘martyr’ on the floor of Parliament.
Modiji,
Inaction against Pragya proves your latent support to Godse’s sinister thought!
India won’t pardon you!https://t.co/Lplstgj6IpIndia celebrates 150th yr of Gandhi Jayanti,
— Randeep Singh Surjewala (@rssurjewala) November 27, 2019
BUT
Terror accused BJP MP, Pragya Thakur celebrates Godse as ‘martyr’ on the floor of Parliament.
Modiji,
Inaction against Pragya proves your latent support to Godse’s sinister thought!
India won’t pardon you!https://t.co/Lplstgj6Ip
India won’t pardon you: Surjewala on Pragya Thakur's Godse remark
BJP member Pragya Thakur referred to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" during a debate in Lok Sabha, triggering a protest by opposition members.
Responding to her statement, Congress spokesperson Randeep Singh Surjewala said, " Inaction against Pragya proves your (BJPs) latent support to Godse’s sinister thought!"
Later, during the course of discussion on the Bill, Gaurav Gogoi of the Congress said that a member in the House has said that Nathuram Godse was a patriot and the member should apologise for the remark
19:41 November 27
Pragya Thakur refers to Godse as 'deshbhakt'; Opposition targets Modi, BJP
BJP MP Pragya Thakur avoids questions on Godse remark
New Delhi: BJP member Pragya Thakur referred to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" during a debate in Lok Sabha, triggering a protest by opposition members.
When DMK member A Raja cited a statement of Godse on why he killed Mahatma Gandhi during a discussion on the Special Protection Group (Amendment) Bill, Thakur interrupted and said, "You cannot give example of a deshbhakt."
Raja said that Godse himself admitted that he had nursed a grudge against Gandhi for 32 years before finally deciding to assassinate him. Godse, Raja said, killed Gandhi because he believed in a particular philosophy.
While the opposition members protested the interruption by Thakur, the BJP members persuaded her to sit down. After which, the Speaker said only A Raja's statement will be taken on record.
Later, during the course of discussion on the Bill, Gaurav Gogoi of the Congress said that a member in the House has said that Nathuram Godse was a patriot and the member should apologise for the remark.
Even during the Lok Sabha election campaign, Thakur had described Godse as a patriot, triggering a huge political storm. Later, she had apologised for her statement.
However, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the campaign, had said, "The remarks made about Gandhiji or Nathuram Godse are very bad and very wrong for society.... She has sought an apology but I would never be able to forgive her fully."
"Nathuram Godse was a deshbhakt, he is and will remain a deshbhakt. Those calling him a terrorist should instead look at themselves. They will be given a befitting reply in this election," the controversial leader had said while attending a roadshow.
She was replying to a question over actor-politician Kamal Haasan's remark that independent India's first "extremist was a Hindu", a reference to Godse.
The had BJP immediately got into damage control and distanced itself from Thakur's statement and asked her to tender a public apology.
Read: Lok Sabha passes Special Protection Group (Amendment) Bill
23:26 November 27
23:05 November 27
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I always believe that BJP chant Gandhi, but believe in Godse. During my speech on SPG Protection Act, I said that many in BJP endorse MP Pragya Thakur’s views. Home Minister Amit Shah should have immediately asked the MP to apologise. https://t.co/Xp5m62KFUG
— Gaurav Gogoi (@GauravGogoiAsm) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">I always believe that BJP chant Gandhi, but believe in Godse. During my speech on SPG Protection Act, I said that many in BJP endorse MP Pragya Thakur’s views. Home Minister Amit Shah should have immediately asked the MP to apologise. https://t.co/Xp5m62KFUG
— Gaurav Gogoi (@GauravGogoiAsm) November 27, 2019I always believe that BJP chant Gandhi, but believe in Godse. During my speech on SPG Protection Act, I said that many in BJP endorse MP Pragya Thakur’s views. Home Minister Amit Shah should have immediately asked the MP to apologise. https://t.co/Xp5m62KFUG
— Gaurav Gogoi (@GauravGogoiAsm) November 27, 2019
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi, in a tweet, said, "I always believe that BJP chant Gandhi, but believe in Godse. During my speech on SPG Protection Act, I said that many in BJP endorse MP Pragya Thakur's views. Home Minister Amit Shah should have immediately asked the MP to apologise."
23:04 November 27
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Pragya Thakur remark worshipping Nathuram Godse represent the dominant anti-Mahatma Gandhi sentiment prevelant within the #BJP & #RSS -Don’t be surprised if now she is made Defence Minister after being promoted to Defence Committee #pragyathakur
— Jaiveer Shergill (@JaiveerShergill) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">Pragya Thakur remark worshipping Nathuram Godse represent the dominant anti-Mahatma Gandhi sentiment prevelant within the #BJP & #RSS -Don’t be surprised if now she is made Defence Minister after being promoted to Defence Committee #pragyathakur
— Jaiveer Shergill (@JaiveerShergill) November 27, 2019Pragya Thakur remark worshipping Nathuram Godse represent the dominant anti-Mahatma Gandhi sentiment prevelant within the #BJP & #RSS -Don’t be surprised if now she is made Defence Minister after being promoted to Defence Committee #pragyathakur
— Jaiveer Shergill (@JaiveerShergill) November 27, 2019
Another Congress spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill alleged Thakur's remarks "worshipping Nathuram Godse" represent the dominant anti-Mahatma Gandhi sentiment prevalent within the BJP and the RSS.
"Don't be surprised if now she is made Defence Minister after being promoted to Defence Committee," he said.
23:03 November 27
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Unbelievable how #PragyaThakur has the nerve to call Nathuram Godse a patriot in Parliament today. How dare she? She is a terror accused and shd’ve never been elected.@narendramodi ji, don’t stay silent once agin, history won’t spare you. This is the land of Mahatma. @INCIndia
— Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">Unbelievable how #PragyaThakur has the nerve to call Nathuram Godse a patriot in Parliament today. How dare she? She is a terror accused and shd’ve never been elected.@narendramodi ji, don’t stay silent once agin, history won’t spare you. This is the land of Mahatma. @INCIndia
— Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) November 27, 2019Unbelievable how #PragyaThakur has the nerve to call Nathuram Godse a patriot in Parliament today. How dare she? She is a terror accused and shd’ve never been elected.@narendramodi ji, don’t stay silent once agin, history won’t spare you. This is the land of Mahatma. @INCIndia
— Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) November 27, 2019
Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said Thakur is a terror accused and should never been elected to Parliament.
"Narendra Modi ji, don't stay silent once again, history won't spare you. This is the land of Mahatma," she tweeted.
22:59 November 27
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This motormouth shall ensure the downfall of the BJP. Whatever the case might be, this is an extremely dangerous sign and has made a complete mockery of the Indian democracy and it's founding fathers.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
https://t.co/qC2w2iKq8l
">This motormouth shall ensure the downfall of the BJP. Whatever the case might be, this is an extremely dangerous sign and has made a complete mockery of the Indian democracy and it's founding fathers.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019
https://t.co/qC2w2iKq8lThis motormouth shall ensure the downfall of the BJP. Whatever the case might be, this is an extremely dangerous sign and has made a complete mockery of the Indian democracy and it's founding fathers.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019
https://t.co/qC2w2iKq8l
"Whatever the case might be, this is an extremely dangerous sign and has made a complete mockery of the Indian democracy and it's founding fathers," Abhishek Singhvi said in a tweet.
22:58 November 27
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BJP MP Pragya Thakur refers to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as "deshbhakt" during debate in Lok Sabha. These are the ideologies that have felt most empowered since BJP has come into power. It's shocking and shameful that she is a parliamentarian.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">BJP MP Pragya Thakur refers to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as "deshbhakt" during debate in Lok Sabha. These are the ideologies that have felt most empowered since BJP has come into power. It's shocking and shameful that she is a parliamentarian.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019BJP MP Pragya Thakur refers to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as "deshbhakt" during debate in Lok Sabha. These are the ideologies that have felt most empowered since BJP has come into power. It's shocking and shameful that she is a parliamentarian.
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) November 27, 2019
Inaction against Pragya proves 'latent support' to Godse's thought: Cong to Modi
The Congress on Friday attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over BJP MP Pragya Thakur's comments while reacting to DMK leader A Raja's remarks on Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse in Lok Sabha, alleging that the PM's "inaction" against her proves his latent support to "Godse's sinister thought".
Congress spokesperson Abhishek Singhvi, referring to Thakur, said "this motormouth" shall ensure the downfall of the BJP.
"These are the ideologies that have felt most empowered since BJP has come into power. It's shocking and shameful that she is a parliamentarian," Singhvi said in another tweet.
22:54 November 27
Kamal Nath seeks action against Pragya Thakur
Madhya Pradesh chief minister Kamal Nath has asked Prime Minister Modi if he is with Gandhi or Nathuram Godse.
His tweet follows the Bhopal Lok Sabha member Pragya Thakur's repeated mention of Godse as a patriot. Kamal Nath said if Modi had said he would never be able to forgive Pragya for calling Godse a patriot, should he not act now when she has reiterated her views on Gandhi's assassin in the sanctum of the nation's temple of democracy.
The nation now wants to know from the BJP whether it is with Gandhiji or with Godse? They should clarify this now. If he is with Gandhiji, then the BJP should take strict action against those who glorify Gandhi's killer.
22:21 November 27
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Today, received an invite to a meeting of the National Committee on 19/12 on the observation of the Mahatma's 150 years.
— Sitaram Yechury (@SitaramYechury) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
A BJP MP in Parliament reiterated how this should be done by hailing Godse. Her views are abominable.
Can she remain a BJP MP? https://t.co/f8XeRbw7hg
">Today, received an invite to a meeting of the National Committee on 19/12 on the observation of the Mahatma's 150 years.
— Sitaram Yechury (@SitaramYechury) November 27, 2019
A BJP MP in Parliament reiterated how this should be done by hailing Godse. Her views are abominable.
Can she remain a BJP MP? https://t.co/f8XeRbw7hgToday, received an invite to a meeting of the National Committee on 19/12 on the observation of the Mahatma's 150 years.
— Sitaram Yechury (@SitaramYechury) November 27, 2019
A BJP MP in Parliament reiterated how this should be done by hailing Godse. Her views are abominable.
Can she remain a BJP MP? https://t.co/f8XeRbw7hg
Left parties target BJP on Pragya Thakur's remarks on Godse
The Left parties attacked the BJP over party MP Pragya Thakur's comments while reacting to DMK leader A Raja's remarks on Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse in Lok Sabha, and asked if Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah endorse her comments.
After opposition members protested against Thakur's remarks, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said only the DMK leader's speech during the discussion on the Special Protection Group (Amendment) Bill will go on record.
Later, the Lok Sabha secretariat issued a official communication, saying Thakur's remarks are "non-recorded". The government has set up a national committee for commemoration of 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
CPI general secretary D Raja said Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah should clarify if they endorse her remarks.
"This has been her stated position. PM had said he will never forgive and forget when she had said this on an earlier occasion. Amit Shah said that there will be disciplinary action. But she keeps this position on the issue. The PM should answer, Shah should answer. Do they and the BJP endorse this view too," said Raja.
During the Lok Sabha election campaign, Thakur had described Godse as a patriot, triggering a huge political storm.
21:24 November 27
Speaker expunges Pragya remark on Godse
The Lok Sabha Speaker on Wednesday expunged a remark made by BJP MP Pragya Thakur describing Nathuram Godse, the killer of Mahatma Gandhi, as "deshbhakt" (patriot).
In a discussion on the Special Protection Group (Amendment) Bill when DMK member A. Raja cited Nathuram Godse's statement on why he killed Gandhi, Thakur interrupted and told Raja not to give example of a 'deshbhakt'.
Raja said that Godse admitted he had nursed a grudge against Gandhiji for 32 years before finally deciding to assassinate him. On Thakur's 'deshbhakt' remark, all opposition members stood up and protested. The BJP members then persuaded Thakur to sit down.
20:11 November 27
Pragya did not take Godse's name: Pralhad Joshi
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi on reports of BJP's Pragya Thakur referring to Nathuram Godse as 'deshbhakt' in Lok Sabha: Her mic was not on, she made the objection when the name of Udham Singh was being taken. She has even explained this and told it to me personally.
"She did not take the name of Godse or anyone else. There is nothing on record like that. It is not right to simply spread news like that," he added.
19:57 November 27
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Repeatedly referring to Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" is a perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics.
— Congress (@INCIndia) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
Will PM Modi condemn Pragya Thakur's remarks or continue to stay silent? https://t.co/VRj21CHGSg
">Repeatedly referring to Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" is a perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics.
— Congress (@INCIndia) November 27, 2019
Will PM Modi condemn Pragya Thakur's remarks or continue to stay silent? https://t.co/VRj21CHGSgRepeatedly referring to Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" is a perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics.
— Congress (@INCIndia) November 27, 2019
Will PM Modi condemn Pragya Thakur's remarks or continue to stay silent? https://t.co/VRj21CHGSg
Perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics: Congress
The Congress on Wednesday reacted sharply over BJP MP Pragya Thakur referring to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" during a debate in Lok Sabha, saying it is a perfect representation of the ruling party's "deplorable hate politics".
"Repeatedly referring to Nathuram Godse as a 'deshbhakt' is a perfect representation of BJP's deplorable hate politics. Will PM Modi condemn Pragya Thakur's remarks or continue to stay silent?" the Congress said on its official Twitter handle.
When DMK member A Raja cited a statement of Godse on why he killed Mahatma Gandhi during a discussion on the Special Protection Group (Amendment) Bill, Thakur interrupted and said, "You cannot give example of a deshbhakt."
19:53 November 27
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India celebrates 150th yr of Gandhi Jayanti,
— Randeep Singh Surjewala (@rssurjewala) November 27, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
BUT
Terror accused BJP MP, Pragya Thakur celebrates Godse as ‘martyr’ on the floor of Parliament.
Modiji,
Inaction against Pragya proves your latent support to Godse’s sinister thought!
India won’t pardon you!https://t.co/Lplstgj6Ip
">India celebrates 150th yr of Gandhi Jayanti,
— Randeep Singh Surjewala (@rssurjewala) November 27, 2019
BUT
Terror accused BJP MP, Pragya Thakur celebrates Godse as ‘martyr’ on the floor of Parliament.
Modiji,
Inaction against Pragya proves your latent support to Godse’s sinister thought!
India won’t pardon you!https://t.co/Lplstgj6IpIndia celebrates 150th yr of Gandhi Jayanti,
— Randeep Singh Surjewala (@rssurjewala) November 27, 2019
BUT
Terror accused BJP MP, Pragya Thakur celebrates Godse as ‘martyr’ on the floor of Parliament.
Modiji,
Inaction against Pragya proves your latent support to Godse’s sinister thought!
India won’t pardon you!https://t.co/Lplstgj6Ip
India won’t pardon you: Surjewala on Pragya Thakur's Godse remark
BJP member Pragya Thakur referred to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" during a debate in Lok Sabha, triggering a protest by opposition members.
Responding to her statement, Congress spokesperson Randeep Singh Surjewala said, " Inaction against Pragya proves your (BJPs) latent support to Godse’s sinister thought!"
Later, during the course of discussion on the Bill, Gaurav Gogoi of the Congress said that a member in the House has said that Nathuram Godse was a patriot and the member should apologise for the remark
19:41 November 27
Pragya Thakur refers to Godse as 'deshbhakt'; Opposition targets Modi, BJP
BJP MP Pragya Thakur avoids questions on Godse remark
New Delhi: BJP member Pragya Thakur referred to Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse as a "deshbhakt" during a debate in Lok Sabha, triggering a protest by opposition members.
When DMK member A Raja cited a statement of Godse on why he killed Mahatma Gandhi during a discussion on the Special Protection Group (Amendment) Bill, Thakur interrupted and said, "You cannot give example of a deshbhakt."
Raja said that Godse himself admitted that he had nursed a grudge against Gandhi for 32 years before finally deciding to assassinate him. Godse, Raja said, killed Gandhi because he believed in a particular philosophy.
While the opposition members protested the interruption by Thakur, the BJP members persuaded her to sit down. After which, the Speaker said only A Raja's statement will be taken on record.
Later, during the course of discussion on the Bill, Gaurav Gogoi of the Congress said that a member in the House has said that Nathuram Godse was a patriot and the member should apologise for the remark.
Even during the Lok Sabha election campaign, Thakur had described Godse as a patriot, triggering a huge political storm. Later, she had apologised for her statement.
However, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the campaign, had said, "The remarks made about Gandhiji or Nathuram Godse are very bad and very wrong for society.... She has sought an apology but I would never be able to forgive her fully."
"Nathuram Godse was a deshbhakt, he is and will remain a deshbhakt. Those calling him a terrorist should instead look at themselves. They will be given a befitting reply in this election," the controversial leader had said while attending a roadshow.
She was replying to a question over actor-politician Kamal Haasan's remark that independent India's first "extremist was a Hindu", a reference to Godse.
The had BJP immediately got into damage control and distanced itself from Thakur's statement and asked her to tender a public apology.
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