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Congress complains against Dhirendra Shastri over 'non-veg' remarks
The Congress party has filed a complaint against Dhirendra Shastri, also known as Bageshwar Dham, for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Bengalis eating non-vegetarian food. The complaint was lodged with the Election Commission of India. Shastri reportedly referred to people who eat meat as 'pakhandi' (hypocrites). The remarks have triggered a political controversy, with the Congress party demanding action against Shastri for allegedly violating the Model Code of Conduct.
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- Centre (6): Mathrubhumi English, The New Indian Express, The Print, The Statesman, The Times of India, The Tribune
- Right (2): India Today, Times Now