Supreme Court Rebukes Minister for Controversial Comments

The Supreme Court reprimanded Madhya Pradesh minister Vijay Shah for derogatory comments towards Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. A special investigation team has been formed to probe an FIR against him. The court questioned the sincerity of Shah's apology and emphasized the need for responsible behavior from public representatives.

The Supreme Court has criticized Madhya Pradesh minister Vijay Shah for his derogatory remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, announcing the formation of a three-member special investigation team (SIT) to explore the FIR filed against him.

Justice Surya Kant and Justice N Kotiswar Singh openly questioned Shah's apology, describing it as potentially insincere, stressing the need for public figures to act responsibly.

Authorities have been instructed to report back with findings by May 28 as the court scrutinizes Shah's statements, which have sparked nationwide outrage and led to legal action.

(With inputs from agencies.)