Anurag Thakur’s Caste Remark Causes Uproar in Lok Sabha

Anurag Thakur’s ‘Caste’ Remark Sparks Uproar, Rahul Gandhi Alleges Verbal Abuse

On Tuesday, the Lok Sabha was engulfed in chaos following BJP MP Anurag Thakur’s controversial remark about the caste census. Thakur’s statement, “The one whose caste is not known is talking about the census,” was perceived as a veiled jab at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and sparked a significant uproar in the House.

Rahul Gandhi, visibly agitated, interrupted Thakur’s speech, declaring, “You can insult me as much as you want, but you should not forget that we will get the caste census bill passed in Parliament.” Gandhi maintained that Thakur’s comments were offensive, asserting, “I do not want an apology from him. I do not need it.”

House in Disarray

The comment triggered a fierce debate, with Jagdambika Pal, who was presiding over the proceedings, struggling to restore order. Despite efforts to calm the situation, MPs continued to voice their discontent, leading to a prolonged disturbance in the Lok Sabha.

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav also criticized the comment, stating, “How can you ask someone’s caste? You cannot ask anyone’s caste.”

Rahul Gandhi’s Response

In response to the controversy, Rahul Gandhi expressed his resolve to push forward with the caste census despite the verbal abuse. He likened his determination to Arjun’s focus on the fish’s eye in the Mahabharata, emphasizing his commitment to the caste census bill.

Gandhi’s reaction underscores the intense political environment surrounding the caste census issue, with significant implications for future legislative discussions.

Conclusion

The incident highlights the deep-seated tensions and passionate responses surrounding the caste census debate in India. As the Lok Sabha session continued in disarray, the comments and responses have set the stage for further political maneuvering and discussions on the issue.

Aakhir Tak Editor-in-Chief

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