TMC MP Files Privilege Notice Against Amit Shah Over Ambedkar Remarks

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts:

1. TMC MP Derek O’Brien filed a privilege notice against Amit Shah over Ambedkar remarks.
2. Shah accused the Opposition of misusing Ambedkar’s name as a “fashion.”
3. Congress demanded Amit Shah’s resignation and an apology.
4. Protests erupted in Parliament and across states over the remarks.
5. PM Modi defended Shah, accusing Congress of insulting Ambedkar’s legacy.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth:

Controversy Over Amit Shah’s Remarks
Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks during a Constitution debate in the Rajya Sabha sparked controversy. He accused the Opposition of using Dr. BR Ambedkar’s name as a “fashion” and stated, “If they took God’s name so many times, they’d have secured a place in heaven.”

Opposition’s Outrage
TMC MP Derek O’Brien claimed the comments disrespected Ambedkar’s legacy and violated parliamentary decorum. Filing a privilege notice, he demanded action against Shah. Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, criticized the remarks, calling them indicative of BJP and RSS ideologies.

Nationwide Protests
Opposition MPs held demonstrations in Parliament, raising slogans like “Jai Bhim” and “Amit Shah maafi maango.” Protests extended to various states, where Congress leaders demonstrated outside Raj Bhavans with Ambedkar’s photos.

PM Modi’s Counterattack
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused Congress of disrespecting Ambedkar’s contributions over decades. Defending Shah’s statements, Modi stated that Congress was engaging in “theatrics” after being exposed for its historical stance on Ambedkar.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember:

• Amit Shah accused the Opposition of misusing Ambedkar’s name.
• TMC MP Derek O’Brien filed a privilege notice against Shah.
• Congress demanded Shah’s apology and resignation.
• PM Modi accused Congress of undermining Ambedkar’s legacy.

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