The BJP has lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission of India, urging for a ban on Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's participation in election campaigning during the Lok Sabha polls. The party alleges that Vijayan has violated the model code of conduct by allegedly "campaigning in the name of religion."
In a letter addressed to the poll body, KK Surendran, a BJP State Executive Member, cited Vijayan's recent speech at the 'Constitution Protection Rally' organized by the CPIM in Malappuram. Surendran accuses Vijayan of using the platform to inflame religious sentiments, incite potential riots, and exploit the situation for political advantage.
The BJP representative highlights specific statements made by Vijayan during the rally, alleging that they were intended to create fear and animosity within the Muslim community, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan. Vijayan's remarks, according to Surendran, insinuated that Muslims are not considered citizens and are deprived of basic civil rights under the law.
Furthermore, the letter contends that Vijayan's speech propagated misinformation by claiming that Muslims would be unable to reside in India under prevailing laws. It also accuses Vijayan of fostering division between Hindus and Muslims by declaring that Kerala would refuse to implement laws such as the CAA and NPR.
The BJP's letter concludes by demanding strict action against Vijayan for repeatedly violating the model code of conduct and calls for his exclusion from further election campaigning activities.
