Jammu: A controversial statement by BJP MLA Chandra Prakash Ganga has drawn sharp criticism after he alleged that the Gujjar tribe, a Scheduled Tribe (ST) community in Jammu and Kashmir, is contributing to the region\u2019s drug menace and acting as Over Ground Workers (OGWs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The remarks, seen as a direct attack on the Gujjar community, have stirred political backlash and public anger, with many calling for action from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Responding to the statement, Choudhary Javed Iqbal, a Member of the Legislative Assembly from the Budhal constituency, strongly condemned the remarks, terming them \u201creprehensible\u201d and \u201can assault on the Gujjar community.\u201d
I strongly condemn this reprehensible statement by Hon\u2019ble MLA Mr. Ganga. His words are not only irresponsible but amount to vilifying an entire community. I urge BJP national president J.P. Nadda to take cognisance of such loudmouths. The silence of Gujjar leaders within the party is equally disappointing,\u201d the MLA said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Public attention has now turned to BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana, who hails from the Gujjar community. Many are demanding that he publicly respond to the allegations made by his party colleague.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One user on X posted, \u201cAccording to this BJP MLA, Gujjar Tribe (ST) is responsible for fueling Drug Menace in Jammu and Kashmir and is also acting as OGWs. Will MP MP Rajya Sabha Er Gulam Ali Khatana, a BJP MP who represents Gujjar community respond to such allegations?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Former JK minister and PDP member, Naeem Akhtar, said, \u201cMr Ganga a senior BJP leader was dropped by @MehboobaMufti as minister following his march in support of the rapists of 8 year old Gujjar girl in Kathua. Here he\u2019s blaring out the actual feelings of BJP against Gujjar Bakrwal community. Just because they are Muslims. Demonisation.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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