'Shiva God of poor, Ram of rich': Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's remark draws BJP's ire

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy triggered a political controversy with his remarks that "Shiva is the God of the poor, while Ram is the God of the rich", in an apparent dig at the BJP. Reddy attributed the BJP's electoral success in parts of North India to what he described as the party having 'stolen Lord Ram', saying the deity is revered in the north while Lord Shiva is worshipped in the south. The BJP strongly condemned the remarks, accusing Reddy of attempting to divide communities for political gains.

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