North India Statesman
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Famous singers of Bollywood Abhijeet Bhattacharyawho is known for his voice as well as his outspokenness, has once again been embroiled in controversy. Recently his statement on Mahatma Gandhi has created a new uproar. Abhijeet created controversy by calling Gandhiji the “Father of the Nation of Pakistan” in a podcast. On this comment, a Pune lawyer has sent him a legal notice and demanded an apology.
What is the matter?
Abhijeet Bhattacharya had said in Subhankar Mishra’s podcast,
“Mahatma Gandhi was the Father of the Nation not for India but for Pakistan. India was already India, but Pakistan was created. Mahatma Gandhi was mistakenly described as the Father of the Nation of India. He was the father, father, grandfather and maternal grandfather of Pakistan.”
Pune lawyer sent notice
On this controversial statement, Pune lawyer Aseem Sarode has sent a legal notice to Abhijeet Bhattacharya. The lawyer accused Singer of insulting Mahatma Gandhi by making such remarks.
- Demand in notice: Abhijeet Bhattacharya should apologize publicly and in writing.
- Warning to register a criminal case: If Abhijeet does not apologise, a criminal case will be filed against him.
- Contribution of Mahatma Gandhi: The lawyer said in the notice that more than 150 countries have issued postage stamps in the name of Gandhiji. In such a situation, Abhijeet should have checked his facts before giving his statement.
Sharp reactions to Abhijeet’s statement
Abhijeet’s statement calling Mahatma Gandhi the “Father of the Nation of Pakistan” has drawn sharp reactions on social media and in various organizations. Gandhiji’s supporters have termed it a “serious insult”.
Abhijeet Bhattacharya: Relationship with controversies
Abhijeet Bhattacharya is known for his brilliant singing. He has sung many hit songs for big artists like Mithun Chakraborty, Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Sunny Deol, Akshay Kumar, and Ranbir Kapoor.
However, he often remains in the headlines due to his controversial statements. His outspokenness makes him popular, but sometimes it also drags him into controversies.
