Why BJP and RSS Demanding Arrest Of Mahatma Gandhi’s Great Grandson ?
Tushar Gandhi, the Mahatma Gandhi’s Great Grandson has made it clear that he will neither retract his recent statements against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) nor apologise for them. His remarks, made during an event in Kerala, have sparked controversy, with the BJP and RSS demanding his arrest.
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Controversial Remarks and Their Aftermath
Tushar Gandhi recently attended the unveiling of a statue of the late Gandhian leader P. Gopinathan Nair in Neyyattinkara, Thiruvananthapuram. During his speech, he referred to the BJP and RSS as “dangerous and insidious enemies” that have entered Kerala. Additionally, he described the RSS as “poison,” a statement that led to immediate backlash from BJP-RSS supporters.
Following his remarks, BJP and RSS workers protested against him, shouting slogans and even blocking his vehicle. Despite this, Tushar Gandhi remained firm in his stance. On Friday, while speaking at an event in Aluva near Kochi, he reiterated that he does not believe in retracting or apologising for his statements.
Tushar Gandhi’s Response
Addressing the controversy, Tushar Gandhi stated, “Once I say something, I do not believe in retracting it or apologising for it. What this incident has done is strengthen my resolve to continue to expose the traitors. This is a fight that is even more essential than the freedom struggle. We have a common enemy now—the Sangh. They must be exposed.”
He also expressed concerns over the ideological stance of the RSS-BJP and accused them of distorting Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy. He said he was worried that “the descendants of my great-grandfather’s murderers” might one day fire bullets at Mahatma Gandhi’s statue, just as Nathuram Godse, a former RSS member, had assassinated Mahatma Gandhi in 1948.
BJP’s Reaction and Call for Arrest
The BJP strongly condemned Tushar Gandhi’s remarks, calling them provocative and defamatory. Former Union Minister of State and BJP leader V. Muraleedharan accused him of “monetising” Mahatma Gandhi’s name for personal and political gains.
Speaking at a BJP protest in Neyyattinkara, Muraleedharan stated, “Tushar Gandhi is only a descendant of Mahatma Gandhi by default. He has been trying to exploit his great-grandfather’s name for years. Just because he carries the Gandhi name does not mean he is entitled to the same respect as the Father of the Nation.”
Muraleedharan and other BJP leaders have demanded Tushar Gandhi’s arrest, citing a complaint filed against him for his remarks.
Legal Action and Government’s Stance
Meanwhile, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan condemned the attack on Tushar Gandhi, stating that suppressing freedom of expression cannot be allowed in a democratic society. The Kerala government took action against BJP-RSS workers who had disrupted Gandhi’s event. A case was registered against five individuals under Sections 189(2), 191(2), 190, and 126(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for unlawful assembly, rioting, and wrongful restraint.
The BJP, however, criticised the Kerala government for arresting its workers while allowing Tushar Gandhi to make statements that they deemed “divisive and inflammatory.”
Tushar Gandhi’s Continuing Battle Against Hindutva Politics
Tushar Gandhi has been a vocal critic of right-wing politics in India and has often spoken out against the ideology propagated by the RSS and BJP. He has repeatedly alleged that these groups are attempting to rewrite history and undermine Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of non-violence, secularism, and inclusivity.
This latest controversy has further deepened the political divide between supporters of the BJP-RSS and those who oppose their ideology. While BJP leaders insist that Tushar Gandhi’s remarks were inflammatory and demand legal action, his supporters argue that he is merely upholding the values of Mahatma Gandhi and warning against what he perceives as a growing threat to democracy and secularism in India.
Conclusion
The controversy surrounding Tushar Gandhi’s remarks highlights the ongoing ideological battle in India. His steadfast refusal to apologise reflects his commitment to his beliefs, even in the face of mounting political pressure. Whether this episode leads to further legal or political action remains to be seen, but it has undoubtedly ignited another debate on free speech, historical narratives, and the role of the RSS and BJP in shaping India’s present and future.
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