Thu Dec 19 11:36:38 UTC 2024: ## Clash Erupts in Indian Parliament: BJP and Congress Trade Accusations Over MP Injury and Ambedkar Insult
**New Delhi, December 19, 2024** – A major clash erupted in the Indian Parliament today, leaving BJP MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi injured and sparking a war of words between the ruling BJP and the Congress party. Both sides engaged in heated protests, accusing each other of disrespecting B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, following controversial remarks made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah earlier this week.
The day’s events began with competing protests by BJP and Congress MPs. Tensions escalated when a physical altercation occurred near Makar Dwar, resulting in Mr. Sarangi’s injury. The BJP alleges that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pushed another MP, causing Mr. Sarangi to fall. They have released videos appearing to show Mr. Gandhi walking away from the scene after the incident, characterizing his actions as arrogant. BJP leaders, including Bhupender Yadav and Giriraj Singh, condemned the alleged actions, with Mr. Yadav calling it a “blot on democracy.”
Conversely, the Congress claims BJP MPs prevented them from entering Parliament, sharing videos showing alleged pushing and shoving of Congress MPs, including party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. Mr. Kharge, in a letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, alleged that BJP MPs pushed him, causing him injury. He has requested an inquiry into the incident. Mr. Gandhi maintains that BJP MPs obstructed their entry into Parliament.
The clash further highlights the deep political divide between the BJP and Congress, with both parties utilizing video evidence to support their respective claims. The BJP has announced its intention to file a police complaint against Mr. Gandhi, while the Congress continues to accuse the BJP of resorting to “hooliganism.” The incident adds another layer of complexity to the already tense political climate in India.
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