Controversy erupts as Raja Warring's wife Amrita Warring equates Congress' symbol to Guru Nanak Dev Ji's 'Panja'
PTC Web Desk: Amidst a brewing controversy, Amrita Warring, wife of Amrinder Singh Brar alias Raja Warring, Lok Sabha candidate from Ludhiana and Punjab Congress chief, has stirred the political pot with her remarks comparing the Congress party's symbol to that of Guru Nanak Dev Ji's "panja" (hand). Amrita Warring's statement, made during an election meeting, has invited sharp criticism and sparked debates across political circles.
Claiming that Guru Nanak Dev Ji's handprint was the original symbol of the Congress party, Amrita Warring argued that the party's choice of the "panja" as its symbol was a homage to the revered Sikh guru. However, her comments have ignited a backlash, with many questioning the appropriateness of equating a religious symbol with a political party emblem.
Opponents have accused Amrita Warring of attempting to exploit religious sentiments for political gain, condemning her remarks as insensitive and divisive. The comparison between Guru Nanak Dev Ji's 'Panja' and a political party's logo has raised eyebrows, with critics highlighting the need for greater sensitivity and respect for religious symbols.
Amrita Warring's statement comes at a crucial juncture in Punjab's political landscape, with the Lok Sabha elections looming large. As the Congress party's key figure in Punjab, her comments have added fuel to the fire, intensifying the ongoing debate surrounding the intersection of religion and politics in the state.
- PTC NEWS
