Lord Ranger Blames Khalistanis, Anti-Modi Forums for CBE Loss
Lord Rami Ranger, who recently had his Commander of the British Empire (CBE) honor revoked following an investigation into social media posts and allegations of bullying and harassment of a journalist, has blamed separatist Khalistani groups and anti-Modi forums for the decision.
“Today I lost my CBE for standing up against Khalistanis who wish to break up India and the BBC for producing a two-part documentary with anti-Modi guests, aiming to imply that the Indian Prime Minister was involved in the Gujarat riots 20 years ago—a claim for which Mr. Modi was exonerated by India’s highest court,” Lord Ranger said in a statement.
He criticized the actions of the Forfeiture Committee, claiming they undermined British democracy and the rule of law. “The committee’s decision has serious implications for all upstanding citizens, suggesting that they risk losing their honors if they speak their minds or challenge those who wish to harm us and our country.”
Lord Ranger has announced his intention to challenge the decision. He plans to seek a judicial review and appeal to the European Court of Human Rights, arguing that the committee’s decision infringed upon his fundamental right to freedom of speech.
“I am now pursuing a judicial review and will take my case to the European Court of Human Rights, as the Forfeiture Committee has violated my basic rights to freedom of expression,” he asserted.
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