BJP cites Trump case, asks Opp to stop using words inciting violence against Modi

In the wake of the assassination attempt on U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump, the government and the Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday cautioned the Congress-led Opposition against the use of words such as “violence” and “murder” in their statements targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that it could have dangerous consequences.

Speaking to the media, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said “choice of words” was crucial in public life. “The kind of words the Opposition uses against Modiji is extremely worrying. Use of words like ‘violence’ and ‘murder’ creates unnecessary tension in the society. As an IPS [retired] officer has written today, it has a psychological impact which promotes violent behaviour. The Opposition should maintain dignity by not choosing such words. They should exercise restraint by being serious in their words and behaviour,” he said.

At a press conference, Rajya Sabha member and BJP national spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi also cited the retired officer’s article which drew “attention towards the current security related activities in the world and its impact on India”.