BJP Spokesperson Files FIR Against Social Media Post Targeting 'Nati' Dance in Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh BJP Spokesperson Chetan Singh Bragta filed an FIR against the social media account '@TeamSaath' over a post labelling the traditional 'Nati' dance as terrorism, alleging it hurt religious sentiments and created societal discord. Bragta called for strict legal action against the hateful act.

Himachal Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Spokesperson Chetan Singh Bragta has filed an FIR against the social media account '@TeamSaath' for a controversial post alleging that it labelled people performing the traditional 'Nati' dance during the 'Jagra' festival as terrorists.

In an official statement, Bragta expressed that the post has deeply hurt the religious sentiments of Himachal's residents and aimed to disrupt societal harmony. He described the traditional 'Nati' as a vital component of the state's cultural and spiritual heritage and condemned equating such traditions with terrorism as 'outrageous.'

Bragta insisted on taking strict legal action against those responsible for this act, emphasizing that the respect for cultural and religious practices must be maintained. He affirmed that divisive actions on social media would not be tolerated and assured that firm steps would be taken to address such offensive activities.