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Lalu's sexist jibe at Nitish sparks furore, JDU seeks apology

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 10 December 2024
RJD leader Lalu Prasad sparked controversy with a sexist remark about Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's Mahila Samvad Yatra, implying Nitish was "leering" at women. NDA politicians condemned the comment, calling it an insult to women and Nitish's empowerment efforts. JDU demanded an apology, highlighting Nitish's pro-women policies like reservations and the Jeevika initiative.
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