West Bengal BJP president Dilip Ghosh on Wednesday described the eminent citizens, who has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the lynching incidents, as "anti-nationals" and alleged that they were acting as "stooges" of the Opposition.
The reaction comes after a group of eminent citizens has in a letter to Modi expressed concern at the number of "tragic events" unfolding in the country, saying that 'Jai Shri Ram' has become a "provocative war cry" with many lynchings taking place in its name.
"These intellectuals who have written a letter to the prime minister are anti-nationals," Ghosh told reporters. "They are actually acting as stooges of Opposition parties who are trying to malign the BJP government."
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of 5 free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Access to Exclusive Premium Stories
Over 30 subscriber-only stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app