Asaduddin Owaisi Sparks Parliament Uproar with 'Jai Palestine' Remark

AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi sparked an uproar in the Lok Sabha after he hailed conflict-hit West Asia during his oath-taking ceremony. Elected from Hyderabad for the fifth term, Owaisi took his oath in Urdu and included controversial remarks, leading to heated objections and a call for adherence to protocol.

AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi ignited a controversy in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday when he hailed a conflict-ridden West Asian region after taking his oath of office, prompting an immediate uproar from the treasury benches.

Owaisi, who has been elected from Hyderabad for the fifth term, took his oath in Urdu and recited a prayer before hailing Telangana, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar, and raising the AIMIM's slogan for Muslims. The mention of the West Asian region currently embroiled in conflict drew sharp objections, leading to a fervent response from parliamentarians and a subsequent move by the Chair to strike his words off the record.

Pro-tem Speaker Bhartruhari Mahtab emphasized that only the oath or affirmation should be recorded. Outside Parliament, Owaisi defended his remarks, stating he said 'Jai Palestine' to highlight the plight of oppressed people, and referred to Mahatma Gandhi's statements on Palestine.