In a controversial statement, Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad has announced that he will give Rs 11 lakh to anyone chopping off Rahul Gandhi's tongue for his remarks on scrapping the reservation system, reported news agency PTI.

Maharashtra BJP president Chandrashekar Bawankule said he does not support the MLA's remarks. BJP is a constituent of the Shiv Sena-led government in the state, reported PTI.