BJP's Doctored Social Media Post Sparks Controversy

INDIA: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) recently shared a doctored image on its official social media, replacing Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s photo held by opposition MPs during a protest with U.S. billionaire George Soros. The altered backdrop featured the phrase "We Love Soros," with the BJP captioning: “Hello, Congress and INDI alliance. We fixed the image for you. You’re welcome.”

The Congress party quickly condemned the BJP's actions. General Secretary K.C. Venugopal accused the BJP of “insulting and ridiculing Dr. Ambedkar,” claiming the move was politically motivated. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also criticized the alteration, likening it to vandalizing Ambedkar’s statues and questioning who would trust a party that disrespects the architect of the Constitution

The post raises potential legal concerns, especially regarding defamation. Altering an image in a misleading manner could damage reputations and may lead to legal action for misrepresentation.

The BJP's doctored social media post has sparked significant controversy and legal implications. The incident highlights the intense political rivalry between the BJP and Congress and the potential legal consequences of manipulating public images for political gain.