'Bihar Girls for 20K'? Minister's Husband Sparks Outrage with Derogatory Comment

• Girdhari Lal Sahu, husband of Uttarakhand Minister Rekha Arya, sparked controversy with a viral video comment.
• Sahu was heard saying, "I'll bring a girl from Bihar for you—you can get one for 20 to 25 thousand rupees," implying Bihar women can be bought for marriage.
• The Bihar State Women's Commission (BSWC) took suo motu cognizance, with Chairperson Apsara calling it "intellectual bankruptcy" and "reprehensible."
• Political parties like Uttarakhand Mahila Congress, Bihar BJP, and AAP condemned the statement, demanding apologies and action.
• Sahu later claimed his comment was distorted by the opposition and referred to a friend's wedding, asserting his respect for women.

Why It Matters: Minister's husband's derogatory comment on Bihar women draws widespread condemnation and political backlash.