Political ideologies may differ, but no personal attacks on social media: BJP's Ravi Kishan welcomes FIR on remarks against Akhilesh Yadav's daughter
Gorakhpur, June 14
Shortly after the Uttar Pradesh Police registered an FIR regarding the remarks made against Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav's daughter, Bharatiya Janata Party MP Ravi Kishan on Sunday reiterated that the party culture does not support personal attacks on individuals, especially on social media, stressing the need for restraint in political discourse.
Speaking to ANI, Kishan said, "This is the culture of the BJP. One should not launch personal attacks on anyone...CM Yogi Adityanath has given a very big message. A message has gone out to the common people that political ideologies may differ, but on social media, one should not make personal attacks on anyone or use abusive words about their family."
The remarks came after the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath strongly condemned those who made remarks against Samajwadi Party Supremo Akhilesh Yadav's daughter.
He said, "A few days ago, I noticed that some people had made inappropriate comments against the daughter of Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav. As soon as it came to my attention, I immediately instructed the police to register an FIR in the matter."
He added, "No derogatory remark against a daughter should be tolerated. We made no discrimination, but Akhilesh ji, you lecture others, tell your followers to exercise restraint in their language."
On Saturday, CM Yogi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 39 development projects worth over Rs 955 crore at Maharaja Suhel Dev University in Azamgarh, aimed at strengthening infrastructure and boosting regional growth.
Speaking on the occasion, CM Yogi said Azamgarh struggled for its identity before 2017, but when the BJP formed the government in Uttar Pradesh, the state's business has grown several times.
"Before 2017, Azamgarh struggled for its identity. There was no university, no Purvanchal Expressway, and the airport was barely functioning... Azamgarh's handloom had no platform, and Mubarakpur's black pottery had no recognition... A craftsman met me with great joy. He said, Since the double-engine BJP and NDA government came to Uttar Pradesh, our business has grown many times, and now we are earning well," CM Yogi said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
CM Yogi's words are on point - "No derogatory comment against a daughter should be tolerated." But I hope this isn't selective. All parties should follow the same standard and not just when it suits them. Need consistency, yaar. Still, good first step.
Akhilesh Yadav's followers also need to introspect. They have been trolling Modi ji and Yogi ji for years. Now when it happens to them, suddenly everyone becomes a saint? But yes, Ravi Kishan is right - personal attacks on families are wrong, no matter who does it.
As an outsider watching Indian politics, this is a refreshing move. In many countries, political discourse has become toxic. Setting boundaries, especially regarding family members, is essential for democracy to function with dignity. Hope this becomes a lasting trend. 🇮🇳
Issue is not just about Akhilesh ji's daughter - it's about the culture of trolling that has been normalised. CM Yogi acting fast on this FIR sends a clear message. But will it apply equally to trolls targeting opposition leaders from BJP? Lets see.
I appreciate Ravi Kishan's stance here. In India, we are seeing increasing polarisation on social media. This kind of leadership from both sides - condemning personal attacks - could help cool down the political temperature. Well done by UP Police.
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