BJP issues notice to Sakshi Maharaj for his 'Hindus should have four kids' remark

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday issued notice to party MP Sakshi Maharaj and has asked for a reply in 10 days over his 'Hindus should have four kids' remark.

Unnao MP Sakshi Maharaj on January 7 had appealed to all Hindu women to produce at least four children to protect the religion.

Sakshi emphasised that it is necessary for Hindus to increase their progeny to protect the religion. He made the comments while addressing a gathering on the occasion of Sant Samagam Mahotsava in Meerut.

The remarks evoked sharp criticism and ridicule from opposition which demanded a clarification from the government.