BJP MLA Papiya Adhikari claimed that bursting firecrackers can cure many diseases. She said on Saturday, "bursting firecrackers also helps in curing many diseases." The Tollyganj MLA made this statement while inaugurating a Kali Puja programme. Her bizarre remarks went viral as Kolkata deals with rising air and noise pollution levels.
At a Kali Puja event, BJP MLA Papiya Adhikari claimed that bursting firecrackers could cure many diseases.
Firecrackers Can Cure Diseases: Amid the row over deteriorating air quality in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata, a BJP MLA's remarks about bursting firecrackers have gone viral on the internet. According to Papiya Adhikari, the BJP MLA from the Tollyganj Assembly constituency, firecrackers can actually cure diseases. The bizarre remarks have come at a time when Kolkata is dealing with rising air and noise pollution, impacting the health of several people, especially after Diwali. In a video, the actor-politician can be seen talking about the supposed health benefits of bursting firecrackers. However, the remarks have triggered a wave of sarcastic reactions.
What Did Papiya Adhikari Say?
In a video, the BJP MLA can be seen saying that bursting firecrackers can cure several diseases.
"We will burst firecrackers as per the directives issued by the police. And you know, bursting firecrackers also helps in curing many diseases," the 65-year-old MLA said on Saturday. She made the statement while inaugurating a Kali Puja programme in Tollyganj.