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The Madhya Pradesh Congress has strongly criticized BJP MP Alok Sharma for his controversial statement about Bhopal's ownership. State Congress president Jitu Patwari called Sharma's remarks "highly condemnable" and filled with communal hatred. Sharma had claimed that Bhopal doesn't belong to Muslims while speaking at a Dahi Handi event organized by the local BJP. The Congress accused him of attempting to破坏 the city's famous Ganga-Jamuna culture through divisive politics.

Key Points: Congress Slams BJP MP Alok Sharma Over Bhopal Belongs to Muslims Remark

  • Congress condemns BJP MP's claim Bhopal doesn't belong to Muslims
  • Sharma made remarks at Dahi Handi event organized by BJP
  • Accusation of spreading hate in city known for Ganga-Jamuna tehzeeb
  • Patwari says Sharma competing to become Hindutva leader
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'Bhopal belongs to all': MP Congress hits back at BJP over 'communal' remarks

MP Congress condemns BJP MP Alok Sharma's statement that "Bhopal does not belong to Muslims," calling it communal hatred against Ganga-Jamuna culture.

"Bhopal belongs to every citizen, not just one community. His statement is filled with communal hatred - Jitu Patwari"

Bhopal, Aug 25

Madhya Pradesh Congress on Monday hit back at the BJP for the communal remarks, asserting that Bhopal belongs to all and to one particular community.

“Alok Sharma’s remarks are highly condemnable. Bhopal belongs to every citizen, not just one community. His statement is filled with communal hatred,” said state Congress president Jitu Patwari.

Earlier, the first time BJP MP Alok Sharma said that “Bhopal does not belong to Muslims.”

The Congress accused Alok Sharma of attempting to spread communal hatred in Bhopal, where people firmly believe in the ‘Ganga-Jamuna’ tehzeeb.

“Sharma often makes controversial statements because he is competing with some BJP leaders in Bhopal to become a Hindutva leader,” said Patwari.

Alok Sharma made his remark while addressing a public gathering on the occasion of 'Dahi Handi' religious event, which was organised by Bhopal district BJP chief Sumit Pachauri in the city on Sunday.

"Bhopal has glorious history of thousands years, and its not belongs to the Muslims. Bhopal was established by Raja Bhoj and not by any Muslim emperor," Sharma has said, urging people to unite to protect rich heritage of Sanatan Dharma.

Sharma, who previously served as Bhopal Mayor before he got elected as Lok Sabha MP in 2024, has stated that Bhopal's identity is rooted in ancient rulers and Sanatan culture.

Earlier, in June this year, Sharma had stirred a controversy by claiming that he was compiling a list of gyms employing Muslim trainers in the city, as he accused them of being involved in 'love jihad'.

- IANS

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Priya S
As a Bhopali, I'm ashamed of such statements. Our city has always been known for its composite culture. Whether it's Raja Bhoj or Nawabs, all contributed to making Bhopal what it is today.
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Aman W
Why are politicians always trying to divide us? We have bigger issues like development, jobs, and infrastructure. Focus on real problems instead of creating communal tension.
Siddharth J
While I agree Bhopal belongs to all, Congress shouldn't pretend they never played communal politics. Both parties need to rise above this and work for development.
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Meera T
My Muslim neighbors have been in Bhopal for generations. They love this city as much as anyone else. This kind of rhetoric hurts our social fabric. ❤️
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Karthik V
The gym trainer comment was absolutely ridiculous. As if religion determines how good a trainer is! We need sensible leaders, not those spreading baseless fears.

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