BJP MLA apologises after firecracker health claim

Politics · First reported 8 Nov, 18:47 · Updated 02:22

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Papiya Adhikari said her claim reflected an old saying, acknowledged it may not suit an age of scientific progress, and apologised while offering to withdraw it. The report also says Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari urged use of green crackers and compliance with noise rules.

At a Kali Puja event in Tollygunge, MLA Papiya Adhikari said firecrackers could cure diseases; a firecracker went off loudly as she spoke.
After criticism, Adhikari said she was referring to an old belief passed down by elders, apologised to anyone hurt, and said she was willing to retract the remark.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari urged people to use green crackers and follow noise rules; a later report said he acknowledged some crackers were burst outside permitted hours.

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Key facts

MLA: Papiya Adhikari, BJP representative for Tollygunge
Event: Kali Puja pandal inauguration in Tollygunge
Response: Adhikari apologised and said she was willing to retract the statement
Guidance: Suvendu Adhikari urged use of green crackers and compliance with noise regulations