4 wives & 40 children' concept led to population explosion: Sakshi Maharaj

January 7, 2017

New Delhi, Jan 7: At a public event in Meerut on Friday, controversial MP and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sakshi Maharaj added a communal tone while speaking about India's population explosion in what many say is an indirect jibe at the Muslim community. The alleged hate speech comes just days after the Election Commission implemented the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) in the poll-bound state. Uttar Pradesh votes in seven phases from February 11 to March 8.

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Without directly naming anyone, Maharaj reportedly said, “This population rise is not because of the Hindus. Population has risen due to those who support the concept of four wives and 40 children.” He added, “Mothers aren't just birth-giving machines. Mother, Hindu or Muslim, should be respected.”

The BJP leader was in the city in Uttar Pradesh to inaugurate a temple when he made the remarks. Further saying that “the time to endtriple talaq' is here”, he urged the government to implement Uniform Civil Code (UCC) as soon as possible. According to CNN-News18, Maharaj defended his comments saying, “I have not commented on any community. I have been misquoted and ready to face election commission.”

Congress leader KC Mittal told ANI, “Sakshi Maharaj's speech based on caste and religion is very offensive. Its a violation of the MCC and the recent Supreme Court judgement” adding that the party will move EC to formally request action against the leader. The BJP however distanced itself from the MP's remarks with union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi saying it shouldn't be seen as a stand of the party.

Later explaining his statement, Maharaj said, “The population is rising, land is limited. I just said that women aren't machines and that having 4 wives, 40 children and 3 divorces isn't acceptable.” He added, “(Me and my brothers) should get an award. All four of us are celibate so there's no question of kids.”

Maharaj, the MP from Unnao, has a history of making communally-charged statements. In January 2015, he urged all women of the Hindu community to give birth to at least four children to increase the Hindu population in the country.

Comments

Saleem
 - 
Sunday, 8 Jan 2017

You have two options, may Allah almighty bless you hidaya or perish you from this earth. Aameen.

Mohammed
 - 
Saturday, 7 Jan 2017

Any count how many wife n children he has?

Fairman
 - 
Saturday, 7 Jan 2017

This so called MP, Maharajjj now realized should not be afraid of feeding the family.
Food comes for you and your family from the God, as long you do the best and leave the rest on God.

Why does he not marry and set a example instead of preaching.

This type of stupid leaders will remain in the top job, as long there are people to elect them.
Unfortunate the country is sinking going back to stone age, by this mentality of people.

HARRIS
 - 
Saturday, 7 Jan 2017

Oh ! BJP ( Badmas & Jokers Party) once it called a alternative to Kongis
for Indian Politics is now full of Jokers and Bad Mouthed Sanyasis, is there any body control this idiots , such a wonder full party with People like Advani,Sushama, Jaitly , shotgun , Venkayya and so on Oh Modiji please come out of your silence and send this type craps to mental rehabitation Center or ask them to do some kind of Yogas ( as you said good for mental issues) India need leaders not charecters less Yamla Pagla Diwana MPs who waste Money and Time while barking Publicly.

SYED
 - 
Saturday, 7 Jan 2017

Hahah now this chaddi has been booked for population control remark.....
Nalayak to be mp...must go

Noor
 - 
Saturday, 7 Jan 2017

He is not maharaj he is maha I'd......t find which rss leader inspired him and put him in the jail

A. Mangalore
 - 
Saturday, 7 Jan 2017

Ajjere eer onji madme aale maarre. Pokkade daaye bodchandina patherwaar. Election bannaga niklena ee sudugaadu suru aapini.

Haris
 - 
Saturday, 7 Jan 2017

one PM and lots of sanghis ........... ruined our Country ....

and story continues..................anyways do not give publicity to these kind of third class people ...

Mohammad.n
 - 
Saturday, 7 Jan 2017

Ya man, please do some useful things to society rather than stupid speeches and spoiling peace. We arent financially strong enough to look after 4 wives equally that's why we are marrying only one. As mentioned in Quran if we can't look after them equally than marry only one. We are following it.

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December 19,2025

Mangaluru: In a decisive move to tackle the city’s deteriorating sanitation infrastructure, the Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) has announced a massive ₹1,200 crore action plan to overhaul its underground drainage (UGD) network.

The initiative, spearheaded by Deputy Commissioner and MCC Administrator Darshan HV, aims to bridge "missing links" in the current system that have left residents grappling with overflowing sewage and environmental hazards.

The Breaking Point

The announcement follows a high-intensity phone-in session on Thursday, where the DC was flooded with grievances from frustrated citizens. Residents, including Savithri from Yekkur, described a harrowing reality: raw sewage from apartments leaking into stormwater drains, creating a "permanent stink" and turning residential zones into mosquito breeding grounds.

"We are facing immense difficulties due to the stench and the health risks. Local officials have remained silent until now," one resident reported during the session.

The Strategy: A Six-Year Vision

DC Darshan HV confirmed that the proposed plan is not a temporary patch but a comprehensive six-year roadmap designed to accommodate Mangaluru’s projected population growth. Key highlights of the plan include:

•    Infrastructure Expansion: Laying additional pipelines to connect older neighborhoods to the main grid.

•    STP Crackdown: Stricter enforcement of Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) regulations. While new apartments are required to have functional STPs, many older buildings lack them entirely, and several newer units are reportedly non-functional.

•    Budgetary Push: The plan has already been discussed with the district in-charge minister and the Secretary of the Urban Development Department. It is slated for formal presentation in the upcoming state budget.

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December 15,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 15: Air India Express has announced that it will resume direct flight services between Mangaluru and Muscat from March 2026, restoring an important international air link for passengers from the coastal region.

Airport authorities said the service will operate twice a week—on Sundays and Tuesdays—from March 1. The initial flights are scheduled on March 3, 8 and 10, followed by March 15 and 17, with the same operating pattern to continue thereafter. The flight duration is approximately three hours and 25 minutes.

The Mangaluru–Muscat route was earlier operated under the 2025 summer schedule, with services beginning on July 14. At that time, Air India Express had operated four flights a week before suspending the service.

Officials said the summer schedule will come into effect from March 29, after which changes in flight timings and departure schedules from Mangaluru are expected. Passengers have been advised to check the latest schedules while planning their travel.

The resumption of direct flights to Muscat is expected to significantly benefit expatriates, business travellers and others, further strengthening Mangaluru’s air connectivity with the Gulf region.

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