No intention of hurting religious sentiments, says Naveen Kumar Jindal

New Delhi: Naveen Kumar Jindal, who was on Sunday expelled from the party, said his remarks were not aimed at hurting the religious sentiments of any community. Delhi unit president Adesh Gupta expelled Jindal, who was Delhi BJP media cell head, for allegedly expressing views on social media that vitiate communal harmony. Kumar had come under attack on social media over his tweet referring to the Prophet Mohammad on 1 June.Amid protests by Muslim groups over the remarks, the party also issued a statement aimed at assuaging the concerns of minorities and distancing itself from these members, asserting that it respects all religions and strongly denounces the insult of any religious personality. While Sharma's comments during a TV debate aimed at the founder of Islam have drawn the ire of Muslim groups, Jindal also posted objectionable tweets, deleted later, and has been accused of often posting inciting comments. Their comments also sparked a Twitter trend calling for boycotting Indian products in some countries. A communication to Sharma from the party's disciplinary committee secretary Om Pathak said she has expressed views contrary to the party's position on various matters, which is in clear violation of its constitution. "Pending further inquiry, you are suspended from the party and from your responsibilities, assignments if any, with immediate effect," it said. A communication from Delhi BJP chief Adesh Gupta to Jindal said his views on social media vitiate communal harmony and are in violation of the party's fundamental beliefs. He has acted the party's policies and ideology, Gupta said. "Your primary membership is immediately terminated and you are expelled from the party," Gupta said.Read all the Latest News, Trending News, Cricket News, Bollywood News,India News and Entertainment News here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.