Tue Dec 24 09:04:32 UTC 2024: ## Chandigarh Municipal Corporation Meeting Erupts in Chaos Amidst Ambedkar Legacy Dispute

**Chandigarh, December 24, 2024** – A general house meeting of the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation descended into chaos today as a heated debate over Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s legacy sparked a brawl between Congress and BJP councillors. The clash was further fueled by accusations and counter-accusations between the parties, escalating into a physical altercation.

The controversy began when Anil Masih, a nominated councillor and poll officer implicated in tampering with mayoral ballot papers, attacked the Congress, referencing Rahul Gandhi’s bail in the National Herald case. This ignited a furious exchange involving Congress, AAP, and BJP members.

Congress and AAP councillors subsequently passed a motion demanding the resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The BJP retaliated, accusing the Congress of historically disrespecting Dr. Ambedkar, citing the tenure of Jawaharlal Nehru. They further alleged that the Congress was selectively quoting Shah’s recent Rajya Sabha speech to tarnish his image, launching a counter-attack accusing the Congress of a smear campaign and hypocrisy.

Senior BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad held a press conference, vehemently condemning the Congress’s actions and demanding an apology for their alleged historical mistreatment of Dr. Ambedkar. He accused the Congress of using Dr. Ambedkar’s legacy for political gain.

In response, the Congress launched a week-long nationwide initiative, “Ambedkar Samman Saptah,” to commemorate Dr. Ambedkar’s contributions. The initiative will involve marches and press conferences aimed at highlighting his legacy and demanding accountability for Shah’s remarks. The incident underscores the deep political divisions surrounding Dr. Ambedkar’s legacy and its instrumentalization in current political battles.

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