Balmukund Acharya Viral Video: Insult? BJP MLA Seen Wiping Sweat with Tricolor, Video Goes Viral

BJP MLA Balmukundacharya from Hawamahal sparked outrage during Rajasthan’s Tiranga Yatra after he was caught on video wiping his sweat with the Indian national flag. The footage quickly went viral on social media, drawing widespread criticism for disrespecting the Tricolour.

The Rajasthan BJP organise a Tiranga Yatra in Jaipur to honour the success of Operation Sindoor and the valour of the Indian Army. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, BJP MLA Balmukund Acharya, and a large number of citizens participated, waving the national flag as the procession moved from Albert Hall through New Gate, Bapu Bazaar, Sanganeri Gate, and concluded at Badi Chaupad. The Yatra received a grand welcome at multiple points, with participation from workers of various political parties and social organizations, reflecting a spirit of unity and patriotism.

Symbol of Pride, Act of Disrespect: Tricolor Row Hits BJP MLA

The patriotic event turned into controversy because BJP MLA Balmukundacharya from Hawamahal, Jaipur, displayed his handkerchief while wiping his sweat with the Tricolor flag during the procession, thus creating a nationwide public backlash.

जयपुर : तिरंगा यात्रा में BJP विधायक बालमुकुंदाचार्य ने तिरंगे को ही नाक पोंछने का कपड़ा बना दिया !! pic.twitter.com/1WxXmJXh9u

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The video spread rapidly on social media to generate widespread public disapproval. Through this incident, Balmukundacharya reinforced his reputation for causing controversy, which led people to question his national symbols and his expected conduct as an elected official.

Balmukundacharya’s Controversial Acts Spark Political Backlash

Balmukundacharya has become known for public debates throughout his career. He recently faced an FIR for his actions at Jaipur’s Jama Masjid when he shouted provocative slogans while posting inflammatory messages through posters, which led to public condemnation from the political spectrum. The BJP leaders, including Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and State President Madan Rathore, reprimanded him for his behavior, and Acharya released an apology to ensure no future occurrences would happen. The politician remains under public scrutiny for improper reasons due to his regular involvement in divisive activities that include targeting meat shops while making offensive statements to religious groups.

Balmukundacharya's actions during the Tiranga Yatra brought the discussion about public figures' national values and their sense of responsibility into focus while deepening the BJP's struggles to maintain proper purpose and discipline in important events.