Translation Turmoil: Government's Google Translate Gaffe Sparks Controversy

Government departments relying on Google Translate for English to Hindi translations have resulted in discrepancies, as pointed out by Congress MP Akhilesh Prasad Singh. Panchayati Raj Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh 'Lalan' confirmed the use of the free tool, sparking criticism from opposition about carelessness in parliamentary responses.

Controversy erupted in the Rajya Sabha after Congress MP Akhilesh Prasad Singh criticized the translation quality of Hindi responses by government departments.

Panchayati Raj Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh admitted to using Google Translate for official translations, inciting opposition accusations of carelessness in parliamentary accountability.

Despite the uproar, Minister Singh highlighted India's leading position in milk production, though exporting is hindered by disease issues.

(With inputs from agencies.)