SP spoke calls Rambhadracharya, Dhirendra Shastri ‘Fraud Gurus’
A political controversy has emerged after a spokesperson from the Samajwadi Party made remarks about two prominent Hindu religious leaders during an interview.
Rajkumar Bhati referred to Jagadguru Rambhadracharya and Dhirendra Krishna Shastri as “Guru Ghantal,” a phrase often interpreted as “fraud gurus.” The comments have drawn strong reactions from various groups and political figures, many of whom have criticized the language as disrespectful.
Supporters of the two religious figures have expressed anger, saying such statements hurt sentiments and diminish the standing of widely followed spiritual leaders. Some have also demanded an apology, stressing that individuals in public roles should speak responsibly on matters of faith.
So far, the Samajwadi Party leadership has not issued any official response to the remarks. The issue is expected to intensify political tensions, with opposition voices likely to continue raising it in public discourse.
The episode once again underscores the sensitive relationship between religion and politics in India, where statements by political representatives often lead to strong public reactions and broader debate.
