BJP MP's "Constitution Change" Remark May Cost Him Poll Pass, Say Sources
NDTV
The BJP has distanced itself from Anantkumar Hegde's remarks and demanded an explanation from him.
BJP MP Anantkumar Hegde's recent remarks that the party needs 400 seats to "change the Constitution" may cost him a poll pass for the upcoming general election. The BJP has distanced itself from the Uttara Kannada MP's remarks and said they reflect his personal views and not the party's stance. The party has also demanded an explanation from the four-time MP.
Mr Hegde, a repeat offender as far as hate speeches are concerned, has made several remarks that have pushed the BJP leadership into firefighting mode. Party sources indicate that this may affect his chances as the leadership brainstorms to finalise poll picks. Mr Hegde, it is learnt, is lobbying hard to ensure a place on the second list of BJP candidates, expected to be out soon.
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