Mayawati Calls For Resolution In Nitish Kumar 'Naqab' Controversy

BSP leader Mayawati criticized Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for removing a woman's veil, urging him to apologize to end the dispute. She also noted a controversial police parade and criticized the Uttar Pradesh and Parliament sessions, highlighting neglect of important public issues and international concerns.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Lucknow | Updated: 20-12-2025 12:27 IST | Created: 20-12-2025 12:27 IST
Mayawati Calls For Resolution In Nitish Kumar 'Naqab' Controversy
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BSP supremo Mayawati has entered the discussion surrounding Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's removal of a woman's veil. She demanded an apology from Kumar, urging him to help end the escalating controversy.

The incident, captured in a widely circulated video, featured Kumar questioning and then removing a woman doctor's 'naqab' during a public appointment ceremony in Patna. Mayawati emphasizes the need for Kumar's direct intervention to uphold women's dignity.

In addition, Mayawati pointed out issues in Uttar Pradesh, criticizing a police parade that breached protocol, and calling for serious attention to ongoing legislative sessions and their disregard for pressing public and international issues.

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