HP Minister Vikramaditya Singh Faces Backlash for Congratulating Manish Sisodia on Bail
Shimla/Dharamshala: Himachal Pradesh Congress Minister Vikramaditya Singh is facing intense criticism after congratulating Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia on social media. The backlash follows the Supreme Court’s decision to grant bail to Sisodia in the Delhi excise policy case.
On Friday, Singh took to social media to share his congratulations to Sisodia, who had been imprisoned for 17 months. The Supreme Court’s decision to grant regular bail to Sisodia, who faces allegations related to the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy, marked a significant legal development.
The bail was granted in connection with investigations conducted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Enforcement Directorate (ED).
Singh’s post, featuring a photo of Sisodia, quickly became a focal point for controversy. While some users expressed support for Singh’s gesture, the reaction was overwhelmingly polarized.
Of the 350 comments on the post, approximately half were critical of the minister’s decision to publicly celebrate Sisodia’s bail. The post also received about 70 shares and 2,500 mixed reactions, reflecting the contentious nature of Singh’s public endorsement.
The criticism directed at Singh highlights the current political climate and the sensitivity surrounding high-profile legal cases. The congratulatory message was perceived by many as a politically motivated endorsement of Sisodia, whose legal troubles have been a point of contention between rival political factions.
Singh’s response to the backlash has yet to be officially addressed, and it remains to be seen how this controversy will affect his political standing within the Congress party. The incident underscores the challenges politicians face when navigating the complex interplay of legal issues and public perception.
The debate around Singh’s post illustrates the broader tensions in Indian politics, where public endorsements and legal proceedings often intersect with partisan interests, stirring significant reactions from the electorate.
