Aamir Khan BJP controversy

Aamir, like many critics before him, is pointing out the problem that this government faces. It's one even the government's voice, Arun Jaitley, has acknowledged. That the fringe right-wing groups and a culture of intimidation does not make anyone feel comfortable. The investments aren't stopping and India will still progress. Yes, there is no widespread violence, but a climate of unease isn't exactly conducive to growth either.


All that Aamir and other critics are asking for is acknowledgement of their worry and the assurance that it will be dealt with impartially. Aamir, thanks to having Finance Minister in the audience, has already had a hearing. But what this government's supporters need to realise is that the best way for the government to deal with such criticism is to acknowledge and tackle it. Not by brushing it away, not through intimidation. As Aamir himself said it needs to be done just with "strong statements".