Show cause notice to BJP MLA after Vande Bharat assault video goes viral
As the matter snowballed, Parichha filed a complaint against the passenger with the Government Railway Police (GRP). In his complaint, he claimed the passenger was creating a nuisance by repeatedly stretching his legs into his personal space. According to the MLA, when he objected, the passenger began misbehaving and later called associates to assault Parichha's supporters at Jhansi station.However, the viral footage painted a different picture. According to unconfirmed reports, the MLA had asked to trade seats with the passenger, but he refused, which led to the altercation.BJP ACTS ON VIRAL VIDEOadvertisementTaking serious note of the controversy, BJP State General Secretary Govind Narayan Shukla sent a show-cause notice to Parichha, giving him seven days to respond.The letter stated, 'Your actions have tarnished the image of the party and indicate serious indiscipline. You are directed to respond within seven days, failing which strict action will be taken.'When questioned by reporters about the incident, Parichha stated, 'I will explain everything in writing.'- Ends
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