Prasad Controversy Unravels Amid Accusations Against TMC Government

Suvendu Adhikari accused the TMC government of distributing locally made sweets as prasad from the Digha Jagannath temple, calling it a public relations stunt. In response, the TMC denied the allegations, reaffirming their commitment to sourcing genuine prasad and condemning any political motives behind the claims.

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari accused the TMC government on Friday of distributing locally made sweets as prasad of the Digha Jagannath temple. He contended that this gesture is misleading Hindu devotees and simply a public relations exercise by Mamata Banerjee's government.

In swift rebuttal, the TMC described Adhikari's claims as 'a pack of lies'. The administration stated that genuine efforts have been made to source prasad directly from the temple and distribute it to every locality in West Bengal.

Adhikari criticized the state's initiative, asserting that a designated sweet shop prepares the sweetmeats, deceiving devotees. Meanwhile, the TMC defended the move as an inclusive act, denouncing political exploitation of the religious issue.