Union minister Giriraj Singh (Image: PTI)
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News1818-12-2025, 07:45

Giriraj Singh Defends Nitish Kumar Amid Hijab Row: 'What's Wrong?'

  • Bihar CM Nitish Kumar faced massive criticism for pulling down a woman's hijab at an event distributing AYUSH doctor appointment letters.
  • Union Minister Giriraj Singh defended Kumar, questioning why the woman should be scared to show her face for an appointment.
  • Opposition parties like RJD and Congress attacked Kumar, questioning his mental health over the incident.
  • JDU's Zama Khan defended Kumar, stating he showed 'love' and wanted to showcase the woman's success, accusing critics of defamation.
  • NDA ally Sanjay Nishad made a controversial defense, questioning what if Kumar had 'touched elsewhere'.

Why It Matters: Union Minister Giriraj Singh and allies defend Nitish Kumar's controversial hijab-pulling incident.

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