Pappu Yadav Calls for Ban on Bajrang Dal and VHP, Labels Them as ‘Hooligans’

Lok Sabha MP criticizes the groups for alleged violence in Nagpur, claims they are harming the country’s progress under government protection

Nagpur: Lok Sabha MP Pappu Yadav has demanded a ban on Bajrang Dal and Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), accusing their members of instigating violence in Nagpur. He described them as "hooligans" and claimed that their actions are disrupting the nation's social harmony and economic growth.

"Bajrang Dal and VHP members are hooligans and should be banned. They have government protection, and their activities are negatively impacting the country’s economy and development. This issue needs serious attention," Yadav stated.

Addressing JD(U) leader Sanjeev Kumar's suggestion for Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to adopt the 'Yogi model' of governance, Yadav dismissed the idea.

"There is no such thing as a 'Yogi model.' A criminal remains a criminal, regardless of caste or religion. Bihar has always led the way, not followed others," he asserted.

Meanwhile, Nagpur remains under curfew for the second consecutive day across ten police station limits after violent clashes erupted on March 17.

A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered under multiple provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, along with the Arms Act, Maharashtra Police Act, and Prevention of Public Property Damage Act at Ganeshpeth Police Station.

According to the FIR filed by Inspector Jitendra Baburao Gadge, 51 individuals, including several minors from areas like Jafar Nagar, Tajbagh, Mominpura, and Bhalaadapura, have been named as accused.

"The protest escalated when the crowd began pelting stones and hurling petrol bombs at police officers. Armed with axes and iron rods, they ignored repeated warnings to disperse and continued violent attacks, endangering both police personnel and civilians," the FIR states.

Maharashtra Minister of State for Home, Yogesh Kadam, has strongly condemned the violence, emphasizing that stern action will be taken against those who assaulted senior police officials.

To maintain law and order, authorities have restricted movement in affected areas, warning that violations of the curfew will be punishable under Section 223 of the BNS.