Overview

• Arvind Kejriwal, AAP leader and former Delhi Chief Minister, claimed Raavan came as a golden deer to abduct Sita, drawing criticism from BJP leaders for misinterpreting the Ramayana.
• Kejriwal compared BJP leaders to the 'golden deer' in Ramayana, warning voters not to fall into their 'trap' ahead of the February 5 Delhi Assembly elections.
• BJP leaders accused Kejriwal of insulting Hindu beliefs and labeled him a 'poll Hindu,' alleging his religious remarks are politically motivated during the election season.
• AAP leaders defended Kejriwal, accusing BJP of defending Raavan and using religious narratives to attack political opponents.
• The controversy comes as both parties intensify their campaigns, with BJP fasting in protest and AAP warning voters of BJP's alleged threat to the poor and marginalized.