Haryana: BJP removes IT cell in-charge for old tweet over Islam

Mr. Yadav's tweet dates back to 2017 but went viral on social media now.

July 08, 2022 01:15 am | Updated 01:43 am IST - Gurugram

BJP Haryana IT cell in-charge Arun Yadav

BJP Haryana IT cell in-charge Arun Yadav

The BJP on Thursday removed its Haryana IT cell in-charge amid calls for his arrest over an old tweet allegedly against the Islam.

A statement issued by state BJP president O. P. Dhankar said Arun Yadav is being removed from the post with immediate effect but did not give any reason for it.

Mr. Yadav's tweet dates back to 2017 but went viral on social media now. Though no complaint has been filed against him so far, people are demanding his arrest online.

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