Former BJP MP Pragya Thakur Calls for Violence Against Minorities at Bhopal VHP Event

Sep 29, 2025 11:19 pm CST

Former Bhopal BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur has sparked outrage with inflammatory remarks at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad event, urging Hindu women to arm themselves and prepare for violence against perceived enemies. Her speech included calls for social boycotts of minorities, accusations of "love jihad," and political attacks on India's first Prime Minister. Opposition leader Umang Singhar condemned her statements as divisive tactics meant to distract from Madhya Pradesh's pressing socioeconomic issues.