Bollywood celebrity transformed politician Kangana Ranaut lately discovered herself in controversy when she mistakenly known Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav as BJP MP Tejasvi Surya. She made this mistake throughout an election rally in Himachal Pradesh, wherever she’s contesting the Mandi Lok Sabha seat on a BJP ticket. Enable us get into the specifics of this incident and its aftermath.
Kangana Ranaut took a dig at opposition leaders like Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav in her speech during the election rally. But she combined up Tejashwi Yadav’s name with Tejasvi Surya’s, accusing the latter of “eating fish” for the duration of Navaratri celebrations. This error went viral on social media platforms and attracted reactions from many quarters.
Tejashwi Yadav’s Response
In response to Kangana Ranaut’s blunder, Tejashwi Yadav took to social media to humorously question, “Ye mohtarma kaun hai (Who is this madam)?” His lighthearted retort highlighted the absurdity of the situation and added a touch of levity to the incident. This response garnered attention from netizens and further fueled discussions surrounding Kangana Ranaut’s mix-up.
Kangana Ranaut Controversy
Kangana Ranaut’s political engagement didn’t end with the mix-up. She went on to make scathing remarks about the Congress party, including its late leaders, Motilal Nehru and Jawaharlal Nehru. These comments, insinuating connections between the Nehru family’s wealth and British influence, drew sharp criticism from various quarters. The Congress party lodged a complaint with the Election Commission, condemning Ranaut’s derogatory language and inappropriate comparisons.
Tejashwi Yadav’s Previous Controversy
Curiously, prior to Kangana Ranaut’s blooper, Tejashwi Yadav himself was surrounded with controversy. A video had gone viral showing him and VIP leader Mukesh Sahni having fried fish and rotis in a helicopter during campaigning. This video, which was shared during Navaratri, drew flak from BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. However, Yadav said later that the video was shot before the Navaratri festival began.
Election Scenario in Himachal Pradesh
Kangana Ranaut’s faux pas comes amid the backdrop of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Himachal Pradesh. Voting for all four parliamentary constituencies — including Mandi where Ranaut is fighting from — is scheduled to take place on June 1. The political atmosphere in the state is already hot with candidates of different parties busy in electioneering.
Kangana Ranaut’s political gaffe, while unintentional, has generated significant buzz in the political arena. Her mix-up between Tejasvi Surya and Tejashwi Yadav, coupled with controversial remarks about the Congress party, has sparked debates and discussions across social media platforms. As the election date approaches, all eyes are on Himachal Pradesh, where candidates are intensifying their campaigns in a bid to sway voters in their favor. Ranaut’s misstep serves as a reminder of the importance of accuracy and responsibility in political discourse, as well as the unpredictable nature of election campaigns.
