Gujarat Remark Sparks Controversy, Kharge Says Comments Misrepresented
Mallikarjun Kharge Expresses Regret After Row Over Gujarat Remark; Protests Erupt: Mallikarjun Kharge has expressed regret after his remarks about people of Gujarat sparked controversy and protests.
Kharge said his comments made during a speech in Kerala were misrepresented. He clarified that he respects the people of Gujarat and did not intend to hurt their feelings.
After the statement, members of the Gujarati community protested outside the Congress office in Delhi, demanding an apology.
The Bharatiya Janata Party strongly criticized Kharge. Senior leader Ravi Shankar Prasad called the remarks shameful and asked Congress leaders like Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi to respond.
During his speech, Kharge had compared people of Kerala and Gujarat, saying Kerala voters are more educated and cannot be misled. The controversy has increased political tensions, with the BJP demanding a clear apology and action from Congress leadership.
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