Anupam Kher backs right to dissent amid anti-CEC protests but slams insults against PM Modi: ‘Is it necessary to resort to abuse?'
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Anupam Kher has defended the right to protest and question the government amid the ongoing demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, but shared dissent should not be an excuse for abusive language or violence. Currently touring the US and Canada with his play Jaane Pehchane Anjaane, the star shared a video addressing the protests, explaining why he felt compelled to speak up despite expecting criticism.
Adding to this, Anupam Kher questions abusive remarks against PM Modi. (PTI) The demonstrations have been fuelled by allegations of voter-list irregularities and vote theft, with protesters demanding Gyanesh's resignation. While he shared criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and challenging government decisions were essential democratic rights, he also stressed that those supporting the government deserved the freedom to express their views.
Meanwhile, In his Instagram caption, Kher shared he did not want to remain silent simply to avoid criticism. He argued that people supporting the protests should be heard, but so should those who disagree with them.
Notably, “Sometimes, speaking up is essential, even if some people might not like what you say. Staying true in your own eyes is far more important than being popular with others. When your conscience tells you to speak out, staying silent becomes difficult—and that is exactly what I am doing,” he wrote.
As per the latest buzz, Explaining why he was speaking out in support of Modi, Kher added, “I am also among those who are hurt by the abusive language used against the Prime Minister. He is the Prime Minister of our country, older in age, and in my view, leading the country well. Disagreement and criticism have their place, but why should there be a need for abusive language to express one's point?”
In further updates, View this post on Instagram Anupam Kher questions abusive remarks against PM Modi Calling himself an unofficial cultural ambassador of India, Anupam shared the videos emerging from the protests had left him upset. He particularly objected to alleged abuses directed at Modi and his mother, along with the reported mistreatment of police personnel, including women officers.
On top of that, Making it clear that he was not questioning the right to protest, the star shared, “I want to clarify at the outset that we all have the right to protest. Questions should be asked of the government, criticize the Prime Minister, and disagree with his decisions—all of this should happen in a democracy. But is it right to abuse the Prime Minister, direct foul language at his mother, behave rudely with police personnel, insult female police officers, and provoke them? No matter how fierce your opposition is, is it necessary to resort to abuse to make your point?”
He then also reiterated his faith in PM Modi's leadership, saying his opinion was based on the Prime Minister's work over the past 12 years. Addressing allegations against Kumar and the Election Commission, he urged protesters to present evidence and seek answers through legal and constitutional channels.
Source: Hindustan Times