Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to watch the film 'The Sabarmati Report' on Monday, after lauding it for "revealing the truth" behind the Godhra train tragedy. The film has also been declared tax-free in many BJP-ruled states in a move to promote its portrayal of the "reality" of the incident. After watching the film, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath congratulated the filmmakers and praised the film for exposing certain individuals and their malicious narratives. Starring Vikrant Massey, the film depicts a Hindi journalist who stands up to the system for covering the truth in his reportage.
Godhra Train Tragedy: A Controversial Film Sparks Debate
The Godhra train tragedy of 2002 remains a highly controversial and polarizing event in Indian history. The upcoming film "The Sabarmati Report" has reignited discussions about the incident, prompting political reactions and public debate.
Background:
On February 27, 2002, a train carrying Hindu pilgrims was attacked by a Muslim mob near the town of Godhra in Gujarat. Fifty-nine people were killed in the incident, sparking widespread riots and communal violence across the state. The Gujarat government, led by Narendra Modi at the time, was accused of failing to protect the victims and inciting violence.
The Sabarmati Report Film:
"The Sabarmati Report," directed by Dushyant Pratap Singh, is based on the book of the same name by a Hindi journalist. The film alleges that the Godhra tragedy was a conspiracy orchestrated by certain individuals and groups with malicious intentions. It depicts the protagonist, a journalist, who uncovers the truth despite facing resistance from the system.
Political Reactions:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the film for "revealing the truth" about Godhra. Several BJP-ruled states have declared it tax-free to promote its portrayal of the incident.
In contrast, opposition parties and critics have accused the film of being politically motivated and distorting the facts. They claim that it is an attempt to whitewash the government's failures and exonerate those responsible for the violence.
FAQs:
1. What was the Godhra train tragedy? It was an attack on a train carrying Hindu pilgrims on February 27, 2002, which led to 59 deaths and widespread communal violence in Gujarat.
2. Who is responsible for the Godhra incident? A Muslim mob carried out the attack, but investigations and trials have been controversial, leading to accusations of a cover-up.
3. What is "The Sabarmati Report"? It is a book and now a film that alleges a conspiracy behind the Godhra tragedy and accuses certain individuals of orchestrating it.
4. Why is "The Sabarmati Report" controversial? It is seen as politically motivated by some and as distorting the facts by others. It has reignited the debate about the Godhra incident and the role of the government at the time.
5. What is the significance of the film's tax-free status in BJP-ruled states? It is a promotional move by the ruling party to encourage the film's distribution and presentation of its version of the Godhra incident.
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