Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Caught in Rummy Controversy

Maharashtra's agriculture minister, Manikrao Kokate, faces controversy after videos emerged showing him allegedly playing Junglee Rummy during the state legislature's monsoon session. Opposition leader Jitendra Awhad released the videos, prompting calls for Kokate's dismissal. Kokate claims he was merely skipping a downloaded game's advertisement. The incident has sparked political debate.

Maharashtra agriculture minister Manikrao Kokate is embroiled in controversy after videos purportedly show him playing Junglee Rummy on his phone during the state legislature's monsoon session.

The videos, posted by NCP (SP) MLA Jitendra Awhad, accuse Kokate of playing the online game while the House was in session, leading to demands for his ousting.

Kokate denies the claims, stating he was skipping an ad, but the incident has ignited a political tussle, with Maharashtra NCP president promising corrective action.

(With inputs from agencies.)