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BJP, Congress attack SP over party spokesperson's remark on Brahmins; FIR registered
A video allegedly showing SP spokesperson Rajkumar Bhati making derogatory remarks about Brahmins went viral, drawing condemnations from both the BJP and Congress. The BJP filed a complaint, leading to an FIR against Bhati, who later issued an unconditional apology claiming parts of his speech were edited.
Why It Matters
The incident underscores rising political tension in Uttar Pradesh over caste-linked rhetoric and shows how quickly such remarks can trigger legal action and cross-party responses.
Timeline
6 Events
Bhati apologizes and claims editing
May 13, 2026
Bhati offered an unconditional apology and claimed certain parts of his speech were selectively edited to spread malicious propaganda.
FIR registered against SP leader
May 13, 2026
A case was registered at the Kavinagar police station in Ghaziabad under Section 196(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (promoting enmity between groups on grounds of religion) based on a complaint by BJP leader Ajay Sharma seeking strict action against Bhati for allegedly insulting religious sentiments.
Congress demands disciplinary action against Bhati
May 13, 2026
State Congress chief Ajay Rai demanded strict disciplinary action against Bhati, saying apologies would not suffice and calling for action by SP chief Akhilesh Yadav.
Deputy Chief Minister condemns SP's remarks
May 13, 2026
Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak stated that the real character and disgusting thinking of the SP have been exposed, condemning the indecent remarks.
BJP reacts, calls remarks indecent and vulgar
May 13, 2026
State BJP president and Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary described the comments as indecent and vulgar, equating them to a reflection of the SP's alleged 'DNA' of divide and rule, and asserting that the BJP respects all castes.
Video of SP spokesperson Bhati goes viral
May 13, 2026
A video allegedly showing SP spokesperson Rajkumar Bhati making derogatory remarks against the Brahmin community during a recent event went viral, prompting reactions from both the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress.