A sensational video of Manohar Lal Dhakad, a leader reportedly associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has gone viral on social media. The video, recorded by a CCTV camera on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway on May 13, 2025, shows Manohar Dhakad in a compromising position with a woman. This incident has caused a stir in political circles.
BJP Leader Seen in Compromising Position with Woman on Expressway
Manohar Lal Dhakad, a resident of Bani village in Mandsaur district and the National Secretary of the Dhakad Mahasabha, is seen in the video engaging in obscene acts with a woman inside a white car on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. According to transport department records, the car is registered in Manohar Dhakad’s name. The video shows both individuals in a compromising position on the newly constructed 8-lane highway, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Bhanpura police station. Following this incident, the Madhya Pradesh Police registered a case on May 23, 2025, against Dhakad and an unidentified woman under Sections 296 (obscene act in a public place), 285 (obstruction in a public way), and 3(5) (common intention) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
BJP Clarifies He Is Not a Primary Member, Promises Appropriate Action
The BJP promptly responded to the matter, clarifying that Manohar Dhakad is not a primary member of the party. Mandsaur BJP District President Rajesh Dixit stated, “It is unclear whether Manohar Dhakad has taken party membership online or not.” He condemned the incident and assured that the party would investigate the matter and take appropriate action if any breach of discipline is found. BJP state spokesperson Yashpal Singh Sisodia also termed the act shameful and emphasized that the party is strict about maintaining discipline. BJP state president V.D. Sharma further confirmed that Dhakad is not a primary member of the party.
Dhakad Mahasabha Removes Him from National Secretary Post
Following the incident, the Dhakad Mahasabha Youth Union immediately removed Manohar Dhakad from his position as National Secretary. The organization’s National President, Dr. Arjun Dhakad, confirmed this decision, stating that the step was taken to distance the organization from this controversy. Manohar Dhakad, who belongs to the Dhakad (Kirar) community, has also sparked outrage within the community due to his actions.
Opposition Parties Attempt to Corner BJP Over the Issue
The viral video has triggered a political storm. The opposition Congress party has attempted to raise the issue aggressively, while the BJP has tried to distance itself from the controversy. In Mandsaur’s district panchayat, 9 out of 17 members are BJP-supported, while 8 are Congress-supported, making the political ramifications of this incident a point of close scrutiny.
Social media has seen sharp reactions to the video. Renowned folk singer Neha Singh Rathore expressed anger against BJP leaders and advised people to stay away from them. However, her tweet also drew criticism from some users. Additionally, a user on social media wrote, “This beast, driven by lust, is openly committing obscene acts on the highway without the slightest fear of the law.” Such reactions highlight the gravity of the situation.
Police Register FIR in the Case
Mandsaur Superintendent of Police Abhishek Anand stated that the Bhanpura police acted swiftly and registered an FIR against Dhakad and another individual. DIG of Ratlam Range, Manoj Singh, described the act as shameful and noted that it could become a serious legal matter. The police are conducting a thorough investigation and are working to identify the woman seen in the video.
