Governor Defends Nitish in Hijab Row, Calls it 'Father-Daughter Matter'

• Bihar CM Nitish Kumar allegedly removed a Muslim woman doctor's hijab at a Patna event on Dec 15, sparking controversy.
• Governor Arif Mohammad Khan defended Nitish, questioning why a "father-daughter matter" became a political issue.
• The Governor stated the incident shouldn't have happened but criticized its politicization.
• Opposition parties and activists, like Brinda Adige, condemned Nitish's act as an attack on dignity.
• The incident, where Nitish reportedly lowered the hijab to see her face, led to #NitishHijabRow trending.

Why It Matters: Governor defends Nitish Kumar's hijab incident as a 'father-daughter matter' amid widespread criticism.