Congress vs. BJP: Privilege Motion Drama Over Rahul Gandhi's Caste Remarks

The Congress has submitted a privilege motion against PM Modi for posting a controversial video related to BJP MP Anurag Thakur's expunged remarks on caste. The remarks, directed at Rahul Gandhi, led to adjournments and uproar in the Lok Sabha. The BJP defended Thakur, questioning the Congress's sensitivities.

The escalating row over BJP MP Anurag Thakur's remarks in the Lok Sabha took a new turn on Wednesday as Congress submitted a privilege motion notice against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The motion, filed by Dalit MP Charajit Singh Channi, alleges Modi's post on 'X' included expunged sections of Thakur's controversial speech.

The remarks, made during a discussion on the Union Budget, implied that opposition leader Rahul Gandhi's caste was unknown. This triggered vehement protests from opposition members, resulting in the Lok Sabha being adjourned till noon. The BJP countered by questioning Gandhi's own caste inquiries in the past.

At a press conference, BJP representatives defended Thakur, arguing that he did not name anyone specifically. They challenged the opposition's sensitivities, given their demands for a caste census. Congress leaders insisted the remarks were offensive to Dalits, Adivasis, and OBCs, deepening the political standoff.

(With inputs from agencies.)