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BJP MP's daughter sparks row over Pradhan's resignation post

BJP MP's daughter sparks row over Pradhan's resignation post
Won’t delete: BJP MP’s daughter’s post on Pradhan’s exit sparks row · thehansindia.com

Archita Sachin Rahar, the daughter of BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi, posted on Instagram celebrating Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as Union Education Minister.

This post sparked controversy within the BJP in Odisha.

While Rahar stands by her post, BJP leaders, including her mother, expressed sympathy towards Pradhan.

Despite requests to remove the post, Rahar refused, asserting her right to free expression.

Key facts

Key Figures
Aparajita Sarangi, Archita Sachin Rahar, Dharmendra Pradhan
Event
Social media post celebrating Pradhan's resignation
Reaction
Resentment within BJP rank and file in Odisha
Post Content
Photograph of Pradhan with the national flag and a caption about his resignation
Party Leaders' Response
Expressed sympathy towards Pradhan
Daughter's Response
Refused to delete the post, asserting her right to free expression

Quotes

Archita Sachin Rahar

Daughter of BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi, posted on Instagram

“Also, to DP’s PA who is sure to text my mother asking me to delete my previous story (it has happened before) -- Don’t bother. I won’t delete. Jai Jagannath! Jai Hind.”
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“Everyone has the right to express their views. Her daughter, who is from Gen Z, said she stands by her statement. She has the right to speak her mind.”
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