India, April 25 -- Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday praised the Supreme Court for reprimanding Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on VD Savarkar.

Fadnavis said, as quoted by PTI, "I thank the Supreme Court for delivering a slap to Rahul Gandhi. He has been insulting national icons like Savarkar. I hope Rahul Gandhi, who often speaks of the Constitution, will now abide by the SC's orders."

Earlier today, the top court had criticised Gandhi for making "irresponsible" remarks about the Hindutva icon during a rally in Maharashtra.

The court, however, stayed criminal proceedings against Gandhi in the matter. They also warned that any further statements by the Congress leader related to the case would be take...