In a significant development, the Congress party has decided not to field Supriya Shrinate as a candidate for the Lok Sabha elections from the Maharajganj constituency in Uttar Pradesh. This move comes amidst a brewing controversy surrounding Shrinate’s alleged derogatory remarks about BJP’s Mandi candidate, Kangana Ranaut.
The controversy erupted when an objectionable post surfaced on social media, purportedly from Supriya Shrinate’s Instagram account, targeting Kangana Ranaut. The post, written in Hindi, made a disparaging reference to Ranaut and her constituency, Mandi. Shrinate vehemently denied her involvement, asserting that someone with access to her accounts had posted the content without her consent.
Dear Supriya ji
In the last 20 years of my career as an artist I have played all kinds of women. From a naive girl in Queen to a seductive spy in Dhaakad, from a goddess in Manikarnika to a demon in Chandramukhi, from a prostitute in Rajjo to a revolutionary leader in Thalaivii.… pic.twitter.com/GJbhJTQAzW— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) March 25, 2024
Following the uproar, the Election Commission issued show-cause notices to both Supriya Shrinate and BJP’s Dilip Ghosh for their respective remarks. The Commission deemed Shrinate’s comments as violative of the Model Code of Conduct and emphasized the need for maintaining dignity in political discourse, particularly during election campaigns.
Congress Denies Ticket to Supriya Shrinate
Shrinate, in her defense, reiterated her innocence and clarified that she would never indulge in making derogatory comments, especially against women. She expressed bewilderment over the incident and highlighted the need to investigate how such a post was published from her social media accounts.
In the latest development, the Congress party announced its eighth list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. However, Supriya Shrinate’s name was conspicuously absent from the list. Instead, Virendra Chaudhary has been nominated to contest from the Maharajganj constituency, signaling a departure from the party’s previous decision.
As the political landscape intensifies in the run-up to the elections, controversies like th
ese underscore the importance of responsible conduct among political figures. The swift action taken by the Election Commission and the Congress party reflects a commitment to upholding the integrity of the electoral process. Meanwhile, the repercussions of such incidents continue to reverberate, shaping the course of electoral dynamics in the country.
This development not only highlights the significance of ethical behavior in politics but also underscores the need for accountability and transparency in the digital age. As the nation gears up for the Lok Sabha elections, it remains to be seen how these events will influence voter sentiment and political narratives in the days to come.
