MP Road Conditions: BJP MLA’s Bollywood Analogy Sparks Controversy

A recent comment by BJP MLA Preetam Lodhi regarding the condition of roads in Madhya Pradesh has stirred up a political storm. Lodhi used a Bollywood analogy to compare the state’s infrastructure during the Congress and BJP’s respective tenures.

MLA’s Comment Draws Criticism

Lodhi stated that during the Congress regime, the roads in MP resembled the late actor Om Puri, implying they were rough and uneven. He contrasted this with the current state of roads under the BJP, likening them to the late actress Sridevi, suggesting smoothness and glamour. This unusual comparison quickly drew criticism from various quarters.

Political Reactions and Public Discourse

Opposition parties have condemned the MLA’s remarks, deeming them insensitive and trivializing the important issue of infrastructure development. The statement has sparked widespread discussion on social media and in political circles, highlighting the ongoing debate about the actual condition of roads in Madhya Pradesh.