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AAP MP's Blasphemy Charge: Swati Maliwal Demands Probe Into Mann Videos

AAP Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal has written to party chief Arvind Kejriwal demanding an investigation into viral videos involving Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. She claims the videos show Mann disrespecting Sikh gurus and hurting religious sentiments of the community. Maliwal alleges the Punjab CM has a reputation for holding government meetings while intoxicated. The MP warns that silence on this issue could damage the party's public image and trust among voters.

Key Points: Swati Maliwal Seeks Probe Into Bhagwant Mann Blasphemy Videos

  • Viral videos show Punjab CM allegedly disrespecting Sikh religious figures and gurus
  • Maliwal claims CM Mann has reputation for holding meetings while intoxicated
  • AAP MP demands immediate forensic investigation to establish video authenticity
  • Party interests being harmed by public discourse around the controversial videos
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AAP MP writes to Arvind Kejriwal, seeks probe into Bhagwant Mann's 'blasphemous' videos

AAP MP Swati Maliwal demands investigation into viral videos showing Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann allegedly disrespecting Sikh gurus, citing damage to party reputation.

"If the videos are real, action must be initiated against CM Mann. And, if they are AI-generated, those disseminating fake videos must be brought to book - Swati Maliwal"

New Delhi, Oct 28

AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal on Tuesday penned a letter to the party's National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, demanding a detailed investigation into viral 'blasphemous' videos, relating to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

Maliwal, sharing the two-page letter on her X account, flagged objectionable videos of Punjab CM and claimed that the latter is seen disrespecting and insulting the Sikh gurus and has hurt the religious sentiments of the community.

She added that such 'shameful' conduct has also brought a lot of disrepute to the party and should be considered extremely serious and therefore this calls for immediate and detailed investigation.

"A video of Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann that is objectionable is going viral on social media. The person who has made this video go viral is said to be an old friend of CM Mann. The individual is claiming that he has 8 more such videos," she said.

"If the videos are real, action must be initiated and taken against CM Mann. And, if they are AI-generated, those disseminating fake videos must be brought to book," she said, appealing to the party supremo.

Further stepping up the attack, Maliwal accused CM Mann of 'alcoholism' and claimed that the former has a reputation of holding government meetings and press conference in an inebriated state and therefore it was essential to probe the viral videos to "safeguard the interests and reputation" of the party.

"The public discourse around the issue is causing huge damage to the image of the party and the trust that people have placed in us. The truth must come out without delay," the AAP lawmaker demanded in the letter.

She said that the party's interests would be harmed by the party supremo's silence and, therefore, it was important to conduct a neutral and independent forensic investigation without delay to establish the truth.

She demanded that accountability must be fixed and whoever is responsible for this act of sacrilege must be punished.

Swati Maliwal, elected to the Rajya Sabha in 2024 on an AAP ticket, fell out with the party and supremo Kejriwal after the infamous incident of alleged assault at the then Delhi CM's residence.

Earlier this year, Maliwal was detained by police for dumping truckloads of garbage outside the residence of former CM Kejriwal.

- IANS

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Priya S
Swati Maliwal is absolutely right to demand an investigation. In a diverse country like India, we must respect all religions. The truth should come out quickly to maintain public trust.
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Arjun K
Why is this coming out now? Seems like internal politics to me. AAP should handle this matter internally instead of washing dirty linen in public. 🤔
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in digital forensics, I can say that AI-generated videos are becoming very realistic. A proper forensic investigation is essential before jumping to conclusions.
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Meera T
Bhagwant Mann has been a popular CM in Punjab. If these allegations about alcoholism are true, it's very disappointing. Public servants should maintain high standards of conduct. 😞
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Vikram M
While I appreciate Maliwal raising important issues, her timing seems suspicious given her recent conflicts with the party leadership. The focus should be on the substance of the allegations, not personal vendettas.
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Kavya N
Sikh community deserves respect and dignity. No political leader should ever disrespect any religion. Hope the investigation happens quickly and transparently. Waheguru ji bless all 🙏

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