Outrage in Bhopal: 'A...Thoo' Slogans Against Congress MLA Baraiya for Vile Statement

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News18•18-01-2026, 09:13
Outrage in Bhopal: 'A...Thoo' Slogans Against Congress MLA Baraiya for Vile Statement
- •Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya from Bhander sparked controversy with derogatory remarks about Dalit, Tribal, and OBC women in an interview.
- •Baraiya claimed religious scriptures suggest physical relations with these women grant 'pilgrimage reward' if one cannot undertake a pilgrimage.
- •Protesters in Bhopal's 10 Number Market raised 'A...Thoo' slogans, burned his effigy, and demanded an apology.
- •Surjeet Singh Chauhan, convenor of the 10 Number Traders' Association, condemned Baraiya's statement, highlighting his own two daughters.
- •Traders warned Baraiya that if he doesn't apologize and Congress doesn't act, they will blacken his face and confront him upon his next visit to Bhopal.
Why It Matters: Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya faces widespread condemnation and protests for his derogatory remarks against women.
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