Controversy Erupts Over NCP Leader's Comments About Lord Ram's Diet and Lifestyle
• NCP leader Jitendra Awhad said Lord Ram was never a vegetarian and lived in jungle for 14 years • His comments came ahead of consecration of Lord Ram's idol on January 22 • BJP demanded January 22 be declared dry day and ban on non-veg food • Awhad said Lord Ram was a Bahujan, non-vegetarian and a hunter • Ram bhakts took exception, demanded his arrest for hurting sentiments