Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav has stirred a political storm together with his controversial remarks about Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s upcoming statewide initiative, the Mahila Samvad Yatra.
The Yatra is a part of a authorities effort to interact immediately with girls and assessment the progress of its 7-Resolves programme. Nonetheless, Lalu Yadav’s feedback have been extensively criticized by the Bharatiya Janata Get together (BJP) and Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)] leaders for being derogatory and sexist.
Lalu Yadav’s Controversial Assertion
Talking to the media, Lalu Yadav dismissed Nitish Kumar’s initiative with a sexist comment, suggesting the Yatra’s intent was to “ogle at girls.” The RJD chief’s assertion, captured by information company ANI, learn: “Nain sekne ja rahe hain…”.
This comment has triggered a backlash from political leaders throughout get together strains, who’ve referred to as it an insult to girls and Nitish Kumar.
BJP Leaders Condemn Lalu Yadav’s Remarks
The Bharatiya Janata Get together (BJP) wasted no time in criticizing Lalu Yadav. Bihar BJP president Dilip Jaiswal stated, “This reveals his mindset. Such feedback insult girls and replicate a sick mentality.” Union Minister Giriraj Singh additionally expressed outrage, stating, “Solely Lalu Prasad could make such shameful feedback. His complete life has been mired in selfishness and controversy.” Singh’s response was marked by the exclamation, “Chhi! Chhi! Chhi!”
Deputy Chief Minister and former Bihar BJP president Samrat Choudhary joined the refrain of condemnation, calling Lalu Yadav’s feedback the product of a “sick thoughts.”
JD(U) Responds With Robust Criticism
The Janata Dal (United) additionally reacted sharply to Lalu Yadav’s feedback. Get together chief Neeraj Kumar referred to as the RJD chief’s remarks unwarranted, stating, “When Lalu Yadav was in jail, his physique was confined in Hotwar Jail, however his thoughts remained imprisoned within the Charwaha Vidyalaya (a faculty for cattle grazers).”
Neeraj Kumar additionally requested Lalu Yadav to direct his crucial gaze in the direction of Congress as a substitute of Nitish Kumar.
What Is Nitish Kumar’s ‘Mahila Samvad Yatra’?
Amidst the controversy, Nitish Kumar’s Mahila Samvad Yatra stays a big political and administrative initiative. Scheduled to start on December 15, the statewide tour goals to attach with girls throughout Bihar, perceive their considerations, and assess the implementation of the federal government’s flagship 7-Resolves programme.