Fish video row: Ajay Rai files defamation case against CM Yogi for 'hurting faith'
UP Congress president Ajay Rai filed a defamation case against Yogi Adityanath. Rai alleging that the CM's remarks about a fish feast hurt his religious sentiments. The controversy began after a video of fish preparation at a Congress event surfaced. Adityanath had accused Rai of duplicity for attending the event. Rai denied eating fish and challenged the chief minister to provide proof.
Uttar Pradesh Congress president Ajay Rai has filed a defamation case against Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for allegedly hurtful remarks about his faith, according to news reports. The controversy stems from a video showing fish being prepared at a Congress event in Ayodhya during the month of Sawan, when many Hindus observe dietary restrictions.
Rai, who is a vegetarian, denied eating fish at the event and accused the chief minister of making false allegations about his character and dietary habits. Rai challenged Adityanath to provide evidence in court, stating that if the CM has any proof, he should present it in court. The issue escalated after Adityanath launched a sharp attack on Rai over the incident, accusing him of "duplicity" and lacking a response to mafia elements.
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