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BJP MP Gifts 1984 Riots Tote Bag to Priyanka Gandhi, Sparks Political Debate
Team Finance Saathi
20/Dec/2024
What's covered under the Article:
- BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi presented a '1984' tote bag to Priyanka Gandhi, stirring political reactions.
- The gift is seen as a reminder of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, sparking controversy.
- The gesture has been criticized by some as political trolling and drama in Parliament.
In a controversial act in Parliament, BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi presented Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra with a tote bag inscribed with '1984'. The gesture is aimed at reminding the Congress party of the tragic 1984 anti-Sikh riots, a significant and painful chapter in India's history when many Sikhs were killed during the violence. The move has sparked intense debate, with some interpreting it as an attempt at political trolling, while others criticize it as an unnecessary act of political drama in the hallowed halls of Parliament.
The 1984 anti-Sikh riots were a result of the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, and they led to widespread violence against the Sikh community. This historical event has remained a point of contention in Indian politics, with Congress often facing criticism over its handling of the aftermath. By gifting the bag with the 1984 inscription, Aparajita Sarangi appears to be revisiting this chapter, a reminder to Congress of the sensitive issue that remains unresolved in the eyes of many.
The incident has ignited strong reactions from political circles, with some accusing the BJP of using the 1984 riots as a tool for political trolling and others criticizing the gift as an attempt to further polarize public sentiment. Priyanka Gandhi, however, did not react publicly to the gesture during the session.
This act highlights the ongoing tensions between the BJP and Congress, with both parties often engaging in symbolic gestures aimed at highlighting each other’s political shortcomings. The 1984 riots remain a deeply emotional issue for many, and attempts to raise it in the Parliament are sure to keep it in the national spotlight.