New Delhi, Oct. 18 -- BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on Sunday criticised those who "justify violent protests", claiming that such demonstrations are not merely expressions of dissent but aim at regime change.

In a post on X, Bhandari said that scenes of anarchy witnessed globally should serve as a wake-up call for people in India who support or justify violent protests.

Bhandari said, "Scenes of anarchy witnessed globally are a wake-up to many in India who glamorise & justify violent protest. These protests are no innocent expression of dissent; their end Goal is Regime Change!"

Bhandari further argued that regime change through force and violence was undemocratic and called on those who believe in democracy to unite against allege...