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flag Maharashtra BJP MLA urges Hindu women to avoid gyms over 'love jihad' claims, sparking national backlash.

flag Maharashtra BJP MLA Gopichand Padalkar has sparked national backlash for urging Hindu women and girls to avoid gyms, claiming unknown trainers posed risks and linking gym visits to a so-called "love jihad" conspiracy. flag Speaking in Beed, he promoted home yoga and called for stricter campus security, warning against outsiders without identification. flag His remarks, which referenced unverified allegations of targeted relationships, drew widespread criticism for spreading fear and stoking religious division. flag As of October 17, 2025, Padalkar has not publicly responded, and the BJP has not issued a statement.

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