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BJP Issues Show-Cause Notice To MLA Over 'Daddy' Remark, Threats To Cops
The BJP in Madhya Pradesh issued a show-cause notice to MLA Pritam Lodhi over controversial remarks against Karera SDOP Ayush Jakhar and threats to police. Lodhi was asked to respond within three days, with the party calling his conduct highly objectionable and against discipline. The controversy followed his son's alleged April 16 hit-and-run incident, sparked protests and reactions from police associations and opposition leaders.
Why It Matters
The incident tests internal party discipline and highlights how inflammatory rhetoric intersects with law-and-order issues in Madhya Pradesh.
Timeline
7 Events
April 22, 2026: Lodhi shifts stance, claims media distorted remarks
April 22, 2026
Facing mounting pressure, Lodhi shifted his stance, alleging that the media distorted his statements and exaggerated the controversy.
April 22, 2026: Sahariya Kranti Sangathan warns of agitation
April 22, 2026
The Sahariya Kranti Sangathan warned of agitation, calling Lodhi's remarks offensive and unacceptable.
April 22, 2026: Bhim Army protests in Shivpuri
April 22, 2026
Members of the Bhim Army staged protests in Shivpuri in response to Lodhi's remarks.
April 22, 2026: Opposition Leader Umang Singhar condemns conduct
April 22, 2026
Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar criticized the BJP, saying the party is flouting the law and turning into a shelter for goons, citing the actions of ministers and MLAs.
April 22, 2026: IPS Association seeks action against the MLA
April 22, 2026
The IPS Association wrote to the Chief Minister demanding strict legal action against the MLA, calling Lodhi's remarks an insult to the administrative machinery and a threat to law and order.
April 22, 2026: BJP Madhya Pradesh issues show-cause notice to Pritam Lodhi
April 22, 2026
BJP's Madhya Pradesh unit issued a show-cause notice to MLA Pritam Lodhi over controversial remarks against Karera SDOP Ayush Jakhar. State BJP President Hemant Khandelwal said Lodhi must respond within three days, calling his conduct highly objectionable and against party discipline. The action followed the remarks and the national leadership had sought a report from the state unit prior to issuing the notice.
April 16, 2026: Dinesh Lodhi alleged hit-and-run incident; FIR registered
April 16, 2026
Lodhi's son, Dinesh Lodhi, allegedly rammed his Thar SUV into five people on April 16, first hitting two women walking on the road and then crashing into a motorcycle carrying three men. An FIR was registered in connection with the incident, and the vehicle has been seized.