Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah called out Union Minister Amit Shah for his disparaging remarks about B R Ambedkar, stating that Shah would have been a "scrap dealer" if not for the Constitution. Amidst din in the assembly, Siddaramaiah said Shah's words reflect the true opinion of the BJP and Sangh Parivar about Ambedkar. He also congratulated Shah for openly revealing their innermost thoughts. The House was adjourned twice as both the Congress and BJP MLAs sparred over the issue.
Karnataka BJP leader R. Ashoka has called out Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for his "obsession with power" and false display of B.R. Ambedkar's legacy. He claims that the Congress party, which Siddaramaiah is a part of, has a history of betraying Ambedkar and his principles. Ashoka also highlights the government's lack of accountability and failure to address serious issues during the Belagavi session, and urges for the fulfillment of promises instead of false displays of respect for Ambedkar.
A political storm has erupted as the Aam Aadmi Party shared an AI-generated video showing party chief Arvind Kejriwal receiving blessings from iconic leader BR Ambedkar. The video, posted on Twitter, comes in response to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's recent statement regarding Ambedkar. According to AAP insiders, this is part of their social media campaign which includes the use of AI software to create videos and memes. Meanwhile, the family of Surabhi Verma, an IIT Delhi PhD scholar who passed away on a research trip, has filed an application seeking an FIR and accountability from the institute and professor for gross negligence.
The Congress party has accused the BJP of trying to deflect attention from Home Minister Amit Shah's recent remarks about B.R. Ambedkar. Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi held a joint press conference demanding Shah's resignation and an apology for his comments. The BJP, however, slammed the Congress for their behavior during the scuffle in the Parliament complex and stated that their press conference only highlighted their arrogance.
A video has emerged on social media showcasing BJP MP Nishikant Dubey aggressively accusing Rahul Gandhi, the leader of Congress party, of hooliganism during the protests over the BR Ambedkar row. He can be seen questioning Gandhi's actions and even calling them out for "gundagardi". This happened after Gandhi approached another injured BJP MP, Pratap Chandra Sarangi, during the protests inside the Parliament premises. The video of this altercation exposes the ongoing tensions and political drama surrounding the issue.
Amidst controversy over Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on BR Ambedkar, the Congress and leaders of the INDIA bloc are holding a nationwide protest for his resignation. This comes after the Congress and its leaders received notices from social media platform X for sharing video clips of Shah violating Indian law. Shiv Sena leader Aditya Thackeray urged the BJP to ask for Shah's resignation, stating that Ambedkar is like God to the people of India.
The Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, has come under fire for his comments on BR Ambedkar during his speech in the Rajya Sabha. The Congress party has accused him of insulting the architect of the Indian Constitution, while the BJP has retaliated, claiming the Opposition party is resorting to cheap tactics. The Home Minister's remarks have sparked a heated political debate, with Congress leaders demanding an apology and a discussion on the issue in Parliament.
After Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks in Parliament on Tuesday in which he appeared to insult and belittle Dr. B R Ambedkar, the opposition has come together to demand his removal from the Cabinet. In response to the two-day debate celebrating the 75 years of the Indian Constitution, Shah had said, "had you chanted God's name these many times, you would have been blessed with heaven in seven births." This has sparked outrage among opposition parties who see it as a continued disrespect for Ambedkar and the Dalit community as a whole. The opposition is calling on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take immediate action and remove Shah from his position, otherwise protests will be held across the country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed the Congress for denying a portrait of BR Ambedkar in the Parliament's Central Hall. Taking to Twitter, he listed the years of "sins" committed by the Congress against the Dalit leader. This comes after Amit Shah criticized the party for making it a trend to invoke Ambedkar's name, saying they would get a place in heaven if they took God's name as many times.
In a heated Winter Session of Parliament, the Congress party is pushing for an apology from Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his recent comments regarding Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The party's demand has intensified discussions in both the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha, with leaders like Rahul Gandhi criticizing the remarks. These debates are expected to be pivotal, reflecting the current political climate and legislative priorities. Additionally, there is a meeting convened by the high-level committee including PM Modi and leaders from opposing parties to discuss the appointment of the NHRC Chairman.