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BJP MLA Pritam Lodhi's controversial comment on women goes viral
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 03:37 PM
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A video of BJP MLA Pritam Lodhi alleging that some people send women to trap him has gone viral after a rally in Shivpuri's Khandan Dhana area.
During a public meeting in the Khandan Dhana locality of Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, a video surfaced showing BJP legislator Pritam Lodhi making a controversial remark about women. In the clip, Lodhi claimed that certain individuals send women to his vicinity with the intention of entrapping him.
The statement quickly spread across social media platforms, prompting widespread discussion and criticism. Observers noted that the comment touches on sensitive gender issues and the conduct of public representatives.
Local authorities have not reported any legal action yet, but the incident has added to the ongoing scrutiny of political discourse in the region. The video continues to be shared, reflecting the heightened public interest in the MLA's remarks.
Political analysts suggest that such statements can influence public perception of elected officials, especially in a state where gender dynamics are a focal point of political debate.
The BJP has not issued an official response as of now, while opposition parties are likely to raise the issue in legislative forums.
The statement quickly spread across social media platforms, prompting widespread discussion and criticism. Observers noted that the comment touches on sensitive gender issues and the conduct of public representatives.
Local authorities have not reported any legal action yet, but the incident has added to the ongoing scrutiny of political discourse in the region. The video continues to be shared, reflecting the heightened public interest in the MLA's remarks.
Political analysts suggest that such statements can influence public perception of elected officials, especially in a state where gender dynamics are a focal point of political debate.
The BJP has not issued an official response as of now, while opposition parties are likely to raise the issue in legislative forums.