Key Facts
Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday defended the abusive language he used against suspected rebel MPs during a press conference, stating that such words are part of regular usage in Maharashtra. He asserted that he is aware of appropriate language for different settings and did not use such terms in Parliament.
Details of the Controversy
Addressing a press conference in New Delhi alongside party MPs Arvind Sawant and Anil Desai, Raut hurled abuses at MPs suspected of planning to defect. He told the media not to cut his statements. Raut said, “We use such words in Marathi language. What is wrong with it? I very well know which language to use and when. Only a language which a person understands must be used.”
He further remarked, “I have not used this language in the Parliament. What will you say about a person who leaves a party by accepting ₹15 crores? Will you shower flower petals on such a person?”
Political Context and Impact
Raut’s comments come amid reports of a possible rift within Shiv Sena (UBT), with at least six MPs likely to merge with the Shinde-led Sena. The six MPs reportedly considering a breakaway are: Sanjay Jadhav (Parbhani), Bhausaheb Wakchaure (Shirdi), Sanjay Deshmukh (Yavatmal), Nagesh Patil Ashtikar (Hingoli), Omraje Nimbalkar (Dharashiv), and Sanjay Patil (Mumbai North East). However, this could not be independently verified.
Raut clarified that he had submitted a written report to the Lok Sabha speaker based on media reports of MPs breaking away. “I didn't talk about anything. I just went to see the news that was coming. That someone is separating from our party and making a new one. This is wrong. So, I gave a letter to the Speaker. Does anyone like this come to you? I have given a caveat. So, take care of the rules and regulations. Take care of the Supreme Court's ruling. That's all,” he added.
He also stated that no MPs had officially communicated with the party regarding the split. “No one has officially communicated with us. Yes. We have called for a party meeting tomorrow. We have called everyone.”
What Readers Should Know
- Raut defended his language as culturally appropriate in Maharashtra.
- He denied using abusive terms in Parliament.
- At least six MPs are suspected of planning to defect to the Shinde-led Sena.
- A party meeting has been called to address the situation.
FAQ
What did Sanjay Raut say about the language he used?
Raut defended his language, saying it is part of regular usage in Maharashtra and that he knows which language to use when.
Did Sanjay Raut use abusive language in Parliament?
No, Raut clarified that he did not use such language in Parliament.
How many MPs are reportedly planning to leave Shiv Sena (UBT)?
At least six MPs are likely to merge with the Shinde-led Sena, though this has not been independently verified.
What action has Raut taken regarding the potential split?
Raut submitted a written report to the Lok Sabha speaker based on media reports and called a party meeting for the next day.
Source: www.hindustantimes.com