Allegations Unraveled | Temple Priest Denies Priyanka Gandhi's 'Envelope' Remark on PM Modi

Temple Priest Denies Allegations on Priyanka Gandhi's 'Envelope' Remark on PM Modi

Image for illustration purpose only |  Allegations Unraveled |  Temple Priest Denies Priyanka Gandhi's 'Envelope' Remark on PM Modi

Introduction :  Accusations and Denials :

The priest of Bhilwara's Devnarayan temple, Hemraj Poswal, vehemently denies Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's claim about an envelope dropped by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

According to Poswal, he never made any statement regarding an envelope, refuting the allegations made against him.

Election Commission's Action : 

The Election Commission took prompt action, issuing a show-cause notice to Priyanka Gandhi over her remarks. 

This move followed a complaint filed by the BJP, asserting that Priyanka Gandhi, during a public meeting in Dausa, mentioned seeing on TV that the donation envelope from Modi contained only Rs 21.

Priest's Response : 

Poswal, in his statement, accused local leaders of planting the news in the media to tarnish the image of 'Sanatan Dharma,' the temple, and Prime Minister Modi. 

He emphasized that Priyanka Gandhi's story was concocted and aimed at hurting religious sentiments.

Unanswered Questions : 

Poswal questioned whether Priyanka Gandhi or any member of the Gandhi family had ever visited any of the thousands of Devnarayan temples across the country. 

He also raised inquiries about the Gandhi family's contributions during their temple visits, highlighting the need for transparency.

Political Maneuvering and Religious Sentiments : 

The priest expressed concern that Priyanka Gandhi's narrative had hurt the religious sentiments of 'Sanatan Dharma' followers and Lord Devnarayan's devotees. 

He stressed the importance of avoiding the exploitation of religious sentiments for political gains.

Praise for Vasundhara Raje : 

In an interesting turn, Poswal praised former Rajasthan chief minister Vasundhara Raje, citing her contributions during her tenure. 

He mentioned the creation of a panorama of Lord Devnarayan, costing Rs 4.25 crore, as a positive example of commitment to religious and cultural heritage.

Conclusion : 

The unfolding drama surrounding Priyanka Gandhi's remarks and the temple priest's strong denial underscores the intersection of politics and religion.

As the Election Commission intervenes, questions about transparency and political motives linger. 

The need to separate political maneuvering from religious sentiments remains crucial, and the focus should shift towards constructive dialogue and respect for diverse beliefs.

Content Source Courtesy : 

https://www.telegraphindia.com/amp/india/concocted-story-temple-priest-rejects-priyanka-gandhis-envelope-remark-on-pm-modi/cid/1975807