The Atishi video controversy has taken a fiery turn with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann issuing a direct challenge to the BJP: get the CBI involved if you doubt us. This comes as the opposition party intensifies its attack on the Delhi AAP leader over the alleged compromising footage.
What started as a whisper on WhatsApp groups exploded into a national debate when the video hit mainstream platforms. BJP MPs and leaders demanded Atishi’s resignation, framing it as a leadership crisis for AAP. The party countered by alleging it’s a sophisticated deepfake, part of BJP’s playbook to undermine AAP’s rising influence.
In a no-holds-barred interview on a leading news channel, Mann laid it out plainly. ‘Shiksha dijiye BJP ko—teach them a lesson through CBI inquiry. We’re ready for any scrutiny,’ he said with characteristic candor. He drew parallels to past hoaxes, urging voters to discern fact from fiction in this hyper-connected era.
Background checks reveal Atishi’s stellar record in transforming Delhi’s water supply, making her a prime target for rivals. Political pundits praise Mann’s preemptive strike, noting it shifts focus from defense to offense. BJP now faces mounting pressure to either pursue the probe or be accused of bluffing.
Social media is ablaze with #CBIProbeAtishi trending, fueled by AAP’s savvy digital campaign. Supporters flood timelines with memes mocking BJP’s silence, while critics demand transparency. Atishi, maintaining composure, focused on her duties, visiting flood-hit areas in Delhi.
This episode highlights the perils of video evidence in politics, where truth is often the first casualty. Mann’s challenge could set a precedent for handling future deepfake scandals. As investigations loom, all eyes are on whether BJP bites or bides its time.