Bhopal, April 1 -- The Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations in Madhya Pradesh took a political turn on Monday after Palestinian placards were displayed during the mass prayers at Eidgah Maidan in Bhopal. The act triggered a sharp backlash from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which termed it "objectionable" and "provocative," demanding strict action against those responsible.
Amid heavy police security, thousands gathered peacefully to offer namaz, but the appearance of Palestinian banners in the crowd led to controversy. Senior BJP leader and state cabinet minister Vishwas Sarang strongly condemned the move, calling it an attempt to create unrest. "Displaying Palestinian placards during a religious festival in India is unacceptable. It reflec...