'Opponents Send Women To Seduce Me': BJP MLA Preetam Lodhi Sparks Row Over 'Honeytrap & IPC 376' Claims

News india 'Opponents Send Women To Seduce Me': BJP MLA Preetam Lodhi Sparks Row Over 'Honeytrap & IPC 376' ClaimsLast Updated:August 22, 2026, 18:11 ISTThe Madhya Pradesh BJP leader alleged that opponents send women to his circuit house quarters to attempt to lure or engage him in inappropriate conversationsRapid ReadSummarized by AI.+Got Question about the News?Critics pointed out that Lodhi made these explicit remarks—using words like 'pataane' (seduce)—from a stage set up for an event that saw heavy attendance from local women. Image/FacebookPichhore BJP MLA Preetam Singh Lodhi has triggered a political storm in Madhya Pradesh after publicly claiming that his political rivals send women to seduce him in a bid to frame him under false rape charges (Section 376).Addressing a public gathering in Khaniyadhana, Shivpuri district, the legislator alleged a conspiracy by his opponents to engineer a honeytrap scheme against him. The video of his remarks has gone viral across social media platforms, drawing sharp reactions from political circles and civil society.Recommended StoriesVIRAL VIDEO: BJP MLA Ramniwas Shah’s Car Washed With A Municipal Fire Brigade Vehicle In SingrauliVande Mataram Row: Why Congress Is Firm On 2 Stanzas As BJP Calls It 'New Muslim League'Ayodhya Fish Feast Row: Why A Congress Conference Menu Has Sparked 'Sawan Storm'Stones Pelted, Car Windows Damaged: CJP Team Chased During Jaipur School Visit, Dipke Blames BJPInside the MLA’s Sensational Conspiracy ClaimsDuring his address at an event organised by the Pal-Baghel community, Lodhi detailed how his rivals were allegedly targeting him at the local circuit house (Dak Bangla):Alleged Honeytrap Traps: Lodhi alleged that opponents send women to his circuit house quarters to attempt to lure or engage him in inappropriate conversations.Secret Filming Setup: He claimed that while these women approach him, associates stand nearby with mobile phones to record altered videos to manufacture evidence.Plot to File IPC 376 Charges: According to the MLA, the broader objective of his political rivals is to entangle him in false sexual assault cases under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).Tip-off by an Insider: Lodhi told the crowd that one of the women involved actually warned him of the plot, revealing that people were trying to orchestrate an artificial scandal around him.Outrage Over Language at a Public GatheringThe controversy has deepened due to the setting of his speech. Critics pointed out that Lodhi made these explicit remarks—using words like “pataane" (seduce)—from a stage set up for an event that saw heavy attendance from local women.While political observers note that false charges are occasionally alleged during local rivalries, the use of loose language in a public forum addressing women has put the ruling party on the defensive once again.A Pattern of Controversial StatementsPreetam Lodhi is no stranger to public controversies in Madhya Pradesh:Previous Apologies: Lodhi has previously made headlines for loose statements regarding senior police officials and local administrative authorities, after which he had to issue clarifications and public apologies.Remarks on Community Conflicts: Just recently, he had to clarify another viral video recorded in Karera, where his statements regarding community conflicts sparked local debates.Neither the opposition nor the BJP state leadership has issued any official press statement regarding the video clip, though opposition leaders are expected to demand an inquiry into the allegations while condemning the choice of language.News18 NewsletterHandpicked stories, in your inboxA newsletter with the best of our journalismQuick AnswersPowered byAsk News18The current reporting does not indicate whether the BJP will take action against MLA Preetam Lodhi for his recent 'honeytrap' claims. However, the BJP previously issued a notice to Lodhi in April 2026, asking for an explanation regarding his statements against an IPS officer. He subsequently expressed regret for those remarks.Powered byAsk News18About the AuthorPathikrit Sen GuptaPathikrit Sen Gupta is a Senior Associate Editor with News18.com and likes to cut a long story short. He writes sporadically on Politics, Sports, Global Affairs, Space, Entertainment, And Food. He tra...Read MoreLocation :Pichhore, India, IndiaFirst Published:August 22, 2026, 18:11 ISTDisclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.Loading comments...Read More