Anti-govt samosa! Here’s what happened at Himachal CM Sukhu’s event that also ’embarrassed’ BJP
Live MintSamosa Scandal in Himachal Pradesh: A seemingly innocent mistake involving samosas has turned into a full-blown political controversy in Himachal Pradesh, drawing attention from both state officials and opposition parties. In the end, the items ended up in the mechanical transport section, which handles logistics, rather than with the chief minister.” A Political Firestorm Over a Samosa What seemed like a simple mistake has spiralled into a political saga, with the ruling Congress party facing criticism from the opposition BJP. Their only concern seems to be the ‘Chief Minister’s Samosa’.” “The government machinery is embarrassed due to such coordination problems in a programme related to a VVIP like the chief minister” said Sharma. CID Probe Deems Incident 'Anti-Government' The CID launched its own investigation into the samosa saga, concluding that the actions of those involved were “anti-CID and anti-government.” A highly placed CID official remarked that the individuals involved appeared to be working according to their own agenda, resulting in the unfortunate mishap that prevented the CM from getting his refreshments. Despite the serious undertones of the controversy, it has provided ample fodder for political commentators and social media users, who are having a field day with the now-infamous “Chief Minister’s Samosa.”