Rajasthan Assembly Erupts Over 'Dadi' Remark Controversy

The Rajasthan Assembly faced uproar over a minister's remark about a hostel scheme named after Indira Gandhi. Congress MLAs demanded an apology, leading to adjournments. Opposition termed the comment as indecent, while BJP defended it as respectful. The incident highlighted the ongoing tension between the parties.

The Rajasthan Assembly was in turmoil on Friday following a controversial remark by Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Avinash Gehlot about a scheme named after Indira Gandhi.

The minister's reference to the opposition naming the working women's hostel scheme after 'dadi' Indira Gandhi sparked outrage from Congress MLAs. They demanded an apology, leading to multiple adjournments of the House proceedings.

Despite defenses from BJP ministers, including Parliamentary Affairs Minister Jogaram Patel, who called the word 'dadi' respectful, the opposition continued their protests, underscoring the tense political atmosphere in Rajasthan's legislative assembly.