'Ignorant bigots in power': Rahul slams Lakshadweep administrator

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday threw his weight behind the people of Lakshadweep as he accused the 'ignorant bigots in power' of destroying the islands.

His statement came a day after the Congress demanded the immediate removal of Lakshadweep administrator Praful Patel, alleging he is not only destroying the peace and culture of the islands, but also 'harassing' the people by imposing arbitrary restrictions.

The Congress has also alleged that the Administrator is allowing liquor on the islands, which is prohibited till now, besides taking away powers of panchayats and is carrying out demolitions under new provisions brought in by him.