'Won't bow to them': BJP MP Ravi Kishan receives death threat over speeches during Bihar election campaign

BJP MP and actor Ravi Kishan.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP from Gorakhpur and actor Ravi Kishan has received death threat and abusive phone containing derogatory remarks about his family and religious beliefs.

An FIR in this regard has been registered at the Ramgarh Taal police station in Gorakhpur, officials said on Friday, ANI reported.

In a strong statement posted on X, the actor-turned-politician said the threats were an attack not only on his personal dignity but also on faith and Indian cultural values.

"I was recently subjected to abusive language over the phone, with indecent remarks made even about my mother. I was threatened with death, and offensive words were uttered against Lord Shri Ram. This is not only a direct assault on my personal dignity but also on the core elements of our faith and Indian culture," his post read.

He said that such acts aim to "spread hatred and anarchy" but would be met "with democratic strength and ideological resolve."

Ravi Kishan added, "I want to say clearly that I neither fear these threats nor will I bow to them. Walking the path of public service, nationalism, and dharma is not some political strategy for me--it is a resolve of life itself. I will remain steadfast on this path in every circumstance, no matter what price I may have to pay."

Gorakhpur city SP Abihnav Tyagi told ANI, "An incident has come to light where an unknown individual threatened MP Ravi Kishan over the phone regarding his speeches during the Bihar election campaign. A case has been registered at the Ramgarh police station under relevant sections, and investigation is underway."

According to the FIR, the case has been registered under sections 302, 351(3), and 352 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. The complaint was lodged by Shivam Dwivedi, private secretary to Ravi Kishan Shukla of the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha constituency.

Police said further investigation is underway.