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FIR registered against BJP MP Anant Maharaj over alleged Netaji remarks: Police
Police said the FIR against Anant Maharaj was registered over his alleged ‘war criminal’ remark about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose at a Siliguri event.
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- Why it matters
- The case relates to statements made about a national independence figure, which can carry legal consequences under laws protecting against insulting remarks toward revered historical figures.
- Most affected
- Anant Maharaj, BJP MP — Facing a police case over the alleged remarks about Netaji.
- Likely next
- Whether Anant Maharaj responds publicly or through legal channels, and whether the case proceeds to formal charges.
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