Neha Singh Rathore, a Bhojpuri folk singer known for her political satire, recently sparked controversy with a video she shared on social media. In the video, she criticized the Indian government's handling of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, suggesting it resulted from governmental lapses and accusing the BJP of leveraging such incidents for electoral gains in Bihar. Her remarks led to an FIR filed against her in Lucknow, citing multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the IT Act, including charges related to sedition and promoting enmity between groups. (Wikipedia, आज तक)
The situation escalated when Pakistani social media handles shared her video, portraying it as evidence of internal dissent within India. In response to the FIR, Rathore expressed sarcasm on social media, questioning the state of democracy in India and highlighting her financial constraints, stating she had only ₹519 in her bank account. (आज तक)
This incident is part of a broader pattern of Rathore's critiques of the Indian government. Previously, she has accused the BJP of diverting attention from pressing issues like unemployment and border security by focusing on religious matters. She has also criticized the government's handling of international incidents, such as the deportation of Indians from the U.S., attributing such situations to domestic policy failures. (Jansatta)
Rathore's outspoken nature has made her a prominent figure in political discourse, with her critiques resonating with many and drawing significant attention on social media platforms.
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