New Delhi, March 8: Political tensions are rising following a lapse in protocol during President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to West Bengal. Independent MP Pappu Yadav responded to the situation in an interview with a news agency.
Yadav, representing Purnia, expressed, “I cannot comment on the circumstances, but if President Murmu felt disrespected, I apologize on behalf of my state. I am unaware of what happens elsewhere.”
He emphasized the respect shown by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Murmu towards autonomous institutions, stating, “In a nation where federalism has diminished, only one individual remains prominent, and there is no protocol for anyone else. The Prime Minister’s protocol does not extend beyond India.”
Yadav asserted the importance of the Indian Constitution, stating that if anyone has violated law and order, they should face consequences.
In a separate context, he addressed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent comments during his visit to Kerala, where he criticized Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan over corruption allegations. Following this, CPI leaders labeled Gandhi as part of the BJP’s ‘B’ team, a claim Yadav dismissed as unfounded.
He remarked, “There is an ideological battle in many states. Gandhi did not target any party specifically. If there are corruption allegations against the Chief Minister, they should be raised, but if Congress believes that BJP members are favoring Gandhi, they should approach the Supreme Court and present their case.”
Regarding the protests against Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar‘s move to the Rajya Sabha, Yadav stated, “It is not in the interest of the people of Bihar for Nitish Kumar to take this step.”
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