Netizens slam Sachin Tendulkar for selective silence on Manipur issue after tweet on Kerala blasts
New Delhi: Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, has come under scrutiny on social media for his selective response to recent social issues. While Tendulkar promptly tweeted about the tragic blast incident in Kerala, where one person lost their life, netizens are criticizing him for his extended silence on matters such as the ongoing situation in Manipur and cases of harassment against women.
Critics point out that Tendulkar remained silent on the Manipur issue for four months, despite being vocal about the Kerala incident. Additionally, concerns have been raised about his alleged lack of action regarding harassment faced by women boxers, drawing attention to what some perceive as hypocrisy on the part of the cricket legend.
Tendulkar, celebrated for his cricketing achievements including scoring 100 international centuries, has also served as a Member of Parliament. However, social media users have expressed disappointment over his reportedly low attendance record in Parliament, contrasting his public role with his engagement on social issues.
The social media outcry highlights a growing trend where Indian celebrities are being held accountable for their public stances on social and political issues.
While supporters of Tendulkar argue that he exercised his right to raise concerns about the Kerala blast, critics assert that his selective engagement reflects a disconnect from broader social issues affecting the country.
Deeply saddened by the blasts in Kerala. Condolences to the affected families, and praying for the recovery of those injured.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 29, 2023
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UP CM Adityanath's plane makes emergency landing in Agra due to technical snag
Agra/Lucknow, Mar 26 (PTI): An aircraft carrying Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath made an emergency landing at the Agra airport shortly after take off due to a technical snag, officials said.
The chief minister resumed his journey to Lucknow after over two hours, they said.
Adityanath was in Agra for a public event to mark the eighth anniversary of the BJP government in the state.
"After the programme, the chief minister was scheduled to leave from the Kheria Airport in Agra around 3.30 pm. The aircraft took off but returned shortly apparently due to a snag, which was then inspected by officials," a police official told PTI.
"The chief minister finally resumed his onward journey around 5.30 pm from Kheria," the official added.
Senior Agra district administration and police officials remained at the airport while the chief minister waited there. BJP supporters and local politicians were also present outside the airport.
Earlier in the day, Adityanath inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of 128 projects worth Rs 635.22 crore at 'Vikas Utsav' held in Agra to mark the completion of eight years of his government.
"Residents of Agra now have access to metro rail services, officially making Agra a metro city. The construction of the civil terminal at the airport is in its final stages," he said, adding that previous governments failed to provide these facilities.
