The Congress on Wednesday complained to the Election Commission against BJP's Uttar Pradesh president Keshav Prasad Maurya for allegedly raking up the issue of "Ram Temple" at Ayodhya.
The complaint was submitted to the poll panel by Congress; Legal and Human Rights Department Secretary K.C. Mittal.
"He (Maurya) categorically stated that grand temple will be built in Ayodhya if BJP secures an outright majority. He also stated Ram Mandir is a subject of faith," it said, adding Maurya had also said that the temple will not be built in two months but after the elections.
The complaint also said that the statement made by Maurya has flouted the instructions issued by the Commission, and demanded stern action against him as well as derecognition of the Bharatiya Janata Party under the symbol order, and withdrawal of the lotus symbol granted to them.
--IANS
sid/vd
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app