Governor Ram Naik stocked a controversy when his book 'Raj Bhagwan mein Ram Nai' was freely distributed during state working committee meeting of Bharatiya Janata Party raising a big question over his impartiality.
BJP leaders were shocked to see the book among literature distributed during registration on th first day of party's state working committee on Saturday in Jhansi.
" It is unconstitutional. How Governor can have his book distributed in party's function, " a senior legislator told The Pioneer.
During registration of members of working committee they were given a canvass bag. It contained stationary and two books - Kamal jyoti and 'Raj Bhawan mein Ram Naik 2015-16. Naik's book wrapped in a paper bag, is 96 page book contains his activities.
Kamal Jyoti is official BJP publication.
When contacted Naik defended distribution of book. "This book is available on public domain. I have given this book to everyone including President of India, Prime Minister, judges of High Court and even to journalists. This is not a classified book, he told The Pioneer.
When questioned whether it was prudent for Governor to distribute his book in purely party function he said: "Why you are asking me. Ask BJP leaders why they included my book in their dossiers."