BJP MLA Papiya Adhikari claimed that bursting firecrackers can cure many diseases during a Kali Puja event in Kolkata. The remark sparked a row and drew sarcastic online reactions amid the city's pollution concerns.
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Bengal BJP MLA claims firecrackers cure diseases, sparks viral backlash
BJP MLA Papiya Adhikari said that bursting firecrackers can cure many diseases at a Kali Puja event in Kolkata. His claim sparked a row and drew sarcastic online reactions, especially amid concerns over the city's pollution levels. The remark went viral on social media, prompting criticism from environmentalists and the public.
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