The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) strongly criticized the ecosystem, indirectly referring to Congress and INDIA bloc, for their attacks on Sanatan Dharma. They demanded legal action against DMK minister Udhaynidhi Stalin for his offensive comments on Hinduism. The Madras High Court’s recent ruling, which dismissed a criminal case against BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya, was welcomed by the BJP, labeling the DMK minister’s statements as hate speech.
During a press conference at the BJP headquarters, spokesperson Shehzad Poonawala condemned the DMK government for allegedly targeting BJP leaders with false cases and misusing state agencies for political gains. Poonawala questioned the lack of action against Udhayanidhi Stalin’s remarks, urging for his removal from office and legal repercussions for his divisive statements. He also criticized Congress for not speaking out against the minister’s controversial remarks.
The BJP leader praised the Madras High Court’s decision, emphasizing the importance of truth prevailing. He accused the DMK government of filing the case against Amit Malviya out of vindictiveness and political vendetta. Poonawala highlighted Udhayanidhi Stalin’s past comments advocating for the eradication of Sanatan Dharma, which sparked widespread criticism.
Referring to the 2023 remarks by Udhayanidhi Stalin, Poonawala criticized the DMK for targeting those who opposed the minister’s views instead of taking action against him. The Madurai bench of Madras High Court nullified the FIR against Amit Malviya, citing Udhayanidhi Stalin’s comments as hate speech. The controversy surrounding Stalin’s statements from 2023 reignited debates on the preservation of Sanatan Dharma and garnered strong reactions from various groups.
