Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has issued a clarification after facing widespread criticism for backing a Canadian vlogger’s social media post that mocked Diwali and called Indians “brain dead.” Moitra said she had mistakenly endorsed the offensive video while travelling, clarifying that she had intended to agree with a different post.

The incident drew sharp condemnation from the BJP, which accused her of displaying “anti-India and anti-Hindu sentiment.”

On Thursday, Nate, the vlogger with the X handle CelticAshes, posted a video showing garbage scattered on the streets during Diwali celebrations, with police officers urging people to stop littering.

The Trinamool MP replied to the post, saying, "I agree."

The BJP’s West Bengal unit was quick to criticise Moitra, stating that she

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