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FIR filed against Rahul Gandhi over Haldwani remarks
The Hindu··31 Aug
An FIR was registered against Rahul Gandhi in Haldwani after a Valmiki community member alleged his remarks on a purification ritual hurt religious feelings. Police invoked Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions and the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act. Complainant Amit Kumar cited Gandhi's August 29 Delhi press conference. The ritual followed Mallikarjun Kharge's August 8 Haldwani meeting.
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What It Means For You
- The case is under investigation at Haldwani Kotwali, so further summons depend on that probe.
- Readers tracking the row can follow SC/ST Act and BNS sections named in the FIR.
- Political claims from Congress and BJP about the August 11 ritual remain contested in public statements.
What's Happening
- SP City Haldwani Manoj Kumar Katyal said the FIR rests on Amit Kumar's complaint and an investigation is underway.
- Kumar alleged Gandhi described the cleaning and havan as untouchability without verifying facts.
- Gandhi had demanded an FIR under the SC/ST Act against those behind the purification.
How The Dispute Began
- Individuals allegedly performed a purification yajna at Ramlila Ground in Haldwani on August 11.
- Congress called the incident a reflection of an anti-Dalit mindset; BJP said the venue was left littered after the rally.
- Priyanka Gandhi Vadra later joined the demand for action under the SC/ST Act.
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