Court Threat After Neha Bora's Temple Priests Remarks Spark Outrage
A Delhi advocate has filed a police complaint against AISA President Neha Bora over controversial remarks about temple priests and Brahmin women.
A legal battle has been ignited in the national capital after Delhi Advocate Amita Sachdeva filed a formal police complaint against the President of the All India Students' Association (AISA), Neha Bora. The complaint stems from controversial statements made by Bora regarding Brahmin women and temple priests, which the advocate claims promote hostility and disharmony among different communities.
Legal Action and the Threat of Court Intervention
Speaking to ANI, Amita Sachdeva revealed that she has registered her complaint under Section 196 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The advocate expressed strong condemnation of Bora's assertions, stating that such rhetoric is dangerous for social cohesion.
While the Delhi Police have reportedly assured her that they will consult senior officials to determine the appropriate course of action, Sachdeva has made it clear that she will not let the matter slide. She stated that if the police fail to act, she is prepared to approach the court under Section 175 sub-section 3 of the BNSS to seek the registration of a First Information Report (FIR).
"... I learnt about Neha Bora’s remarks that Brahmin women are unsafe under Brahmanism. I strongly condemned this. Such statements create hostility and disharmony between communities... I will wait for a few days, approach the DCP if necessary, and, if no action is taken, move the court," Sachdeva said.
The Video That Sparked the Controversy
The uproar began after an old video of Neha Bora resurfaced on November 2. In the footage, Bora discussed the safety of Brahmin women within temple premises, alleging that they are at risk of rape by temple priests. She argued that protection is needed from the "Brahmanical system" itself, which she claimed views women, animals, and Shudras as deserving of punishment.
Bora cited instances in Unnao and Kathua to support her claims, asserting that the very system intended to provide spiritual guidance is where Brahmin women remain unsafe.
Political Firestorm Erupts
The video quickly became a focal point for political conflict after being shared on X by BJP leader Pradeep Bhandari. Bhandari launched a scathing attack on Bora, labeling her a "poster girl of Rahul Gandhi" and accusing her of displaying "Hindu hate." He further alleged that the Congress party promotes anti-Hindu views to secure its vote bank, calling such a mindset a threat to India's unity.
Union Minister Weighs In
The controversy also drew the attention of Union Minister Chirag Paswan. While acknowledging that caste and religion-based discrimination still persist in the 21st century, Paswan criticized the manner in which Bora expressed her views.
Paswan stated that the objectionable way Bora spoke about Sanatan Dharma, Brahminism, and Brahmin women reflects a "politics of division" reminiscent of the British "divide and rule" policy. He emphasized that leaders have a responsibility to highlight examples that unite society rather than those that divide it.
In a sharp critique, Paswan added that those promoting such divisive rhetoric are similar to those who support "regime change," comparing the situation to the political instability seen in Pakistan where the military is misused to shift power.