The Meghalaya Youth Congress has demanded action against BJP Yuva Morcha state president Mewaker Lyngdoh Pakma over a controversial social media post. In the post, Pakma allegedly called for protesters in New Delhi to be shot, sparking widespread criticism. The Youth Congress has described the remark as irresponsible and unbecoming of a political leader.
Youth Congress vice president Jonathan Syiem addressed a press conference, stating that the statement was particularly disturbing as it came from a practising lawyer who also heads the youth wing of a national political party. Syiem called for the BJP to initiate action against Pakma, demanding that he step down and be held accountable for making such a statement.
Congress Seva Dal chief organiser Banphira Basaiawmoit joined the criticism, saying the remark was unacceptable not only to the Congress but to every citizen. Basaiawmoit argued that the statement reflects the attitude of the BJP towards young people and democratic protests, citing the violence in Delhi where the police and government machinery were allegedly used against protesters.
Basaiawmoit expressed concern over the lack of public participation in protests in Shillong, urging greater awareness of issues affecting students across the country. He emphasized that the issue of paper leaks extends beyond party politics, affecting the trust of students and their families in the examination system. The Congress leader announced that a four-member delegation from the Meghalaya Congress, Youth Congress, and Seva Dal will travel to New Delhi to meet senior party leaders and express solidarity with students.
Social activist Angela Rangad also condemned the alleged remarks, calling for suo motu legal action against the BJP youth leader. Rangad alleged that the comment was a deliberate attempt to incite violence and accused the BJP of fostering a culture in which hate speech and intimidation have become normalised. The BJP has not yet issued an official response to the allegations or the demands made by the Youth Congress and Rangad.
