Sumitra Mahajan's Strong Stand Against Misogyny in Politics

Former Lok Sabha speaker Sumitra Mahajan criticized Congress leaders for derogatory remarks against women, warning that disrespect towards women could lead to unpredictable consequences. Addressing a BJP women's wing protest, she highlighted the importance of respectful political discourse, especially concerning women's dignity and criticized opposition leaders for undignified language.

In a forceful address during a BJP women's wing protest, former Lok Sabha speaker and senior BJP leader Sumitra Mahajan issued a stark warning to Congress leaders against making objectionable remarks about women.

Mahajan emphasized the consequences of disrespect towards women, stating that repeatedly injuring women's honor could ignite 'Matru Shakti' (mother power) into action to defend dignity.

Citing alleged derogatory remarks by Rahul Gandhi and others during recent Congress events, she implored for a respectful political environment and criticized the opposition's undignified discourse, linking it to deeper societal reform needs.

(With inputs from agencies.)