BJP challenged Nitish Kumar’s criticism with similar video of Ashok Gehlot. NEW DELHI: A day after Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar’s video went viral, showing him attempting to remove the hijab of a Muslim woman, Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday countered the criticism with an old footage of former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot. The Congress veteran, in the video, is seen removing ghoonghat (veil) of a woman while saying ghoonghat pratha (practice of covering face) is over. The video is a few years old and dates back to when Gehlot was Rajasthan CM.Reacting to a post by Congress leader Supriya Shrinate, criticicing Nitish over pulling a Muslim woman’s hijab during a ceremony distributing appointment letters to 1,283 AYUSH doctors, BJP member Radhika Khera said, “Madam, where were you at the time of this despicable act? Where is your and Rahul Baba’s angry tweet on Ashok Gehlot ji?? Then curd froze on the tongue and fingers were locked Did your high command apologize to the entire Hindu community for this? Don’t Hindu women have “rights”?”She also shared video of the incident involving Gehlot years back.Shrinate had said, “Chief minister Nitish Kumar forcibly pulled off a girl’s hijab during a letter distribution function in Bihar. The security guard had to pull the girl back. Why such a pin-drop silence over such a despicable act? A CM did this but there is no outrage? No debate on TV? It’s the height.”The Congress party, in an official X post, described the incident as ‘shameless’ and called for Kumar’s resignation. The post read, “This is Bihar’s Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. A female doctor had come to collect her appointment letter, and Nitish Kumar pulled off her hijab. A man occupying the highest position in Bihar is openly indulging in such a vile act. Think about it–how safe will women be in the state? Nitish Kumar should immediately resign for this disgusting behaviour. This vileness is unforgivable.”Meanwhile, AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar also condemned Nitish video saying, “If a man in power can remove a woman’s veil today, who decides tomorrow that my covered arms offend him? Control never stops at one piece of cloth. Equality means consent. Always.”About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosEverything Fine, Says Shashi Tharoor After Skipping Congress Rally Amid Growing Speculation of RiftDelhi-Agra Expressway Crash: Multiple Buses Catch Fire, 4 Dead, 25 InjuredPM Modi Praises Jordan’s Fight Against Terrorism As India And Jordan Strengthen Strategic RelationsIndia Slams Pakistan As ‘Global Epicentre Of Terror’, Vows To Counter Pak-Sponsored Attacks At UNNIA Names Pakistani Handler Sajid Jatt In Pahalgam Terror Attack ChargesheetIndian Army Displays Turkish Yiiha Drone Used By Pakistan During Operation SindoorPM Modi Arrives In Jordan, Receives Warm Welcome By Indian Diaspora In AmmanUS Starts Mandatory Social Media Checks For H-1B Visas Leaving Indian Professionals Most ExposedBJP’s Succession Script Repeats: Why Nitin Nabin Is Working President, And Not Nadda’s ReplacementEnd Of MGNREGA? What VB–G Ram G Means For Rural Workers, Farmers And Viksit Bharat Plan123PhotostoriesWhat changed for Akshaye Khanna over the years and how 2025 brought him back in limelight?From Manoj Bharathiraja to AVM Saravanan, remembering Tamil Cinema stars who left us in 2025‘Bha Bha Ba’, ‘Sahakutumbaanaam’, ‘Missterious’ and other South India films to catch as they hit the big screens THIS weekendHow to Protect Your Soul From Negative Forces According To Your Birth DateDo you want recognition in the Sun year 2026? Do these spiritual practicesIs someone watching over you? 7 ways the divine makes it obviousCountries where social media is banned for children9 South Indian rice dishes that make breakfast wholesome and comforting8 foods the British Royals strictly avoid and whyWhich is the best day to observe fast based on your date of birth?123Hot Picksilia TopuriaCorona RemediesJetBlue flight VenezuelaGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJosh AllenAuston MatthewsVanessa BryantLeBron JamesBukayo Saka and Tolami Benson Net WorthConnor McDavidTomi LahrenAdolis GarciaDeante Ayton MomBrock McGillis
NEW DELHI: A day after Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar’s video went viral, showing him attempting to remove the hijab of a Muslim woman, Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday countered the criticism with an old footage of former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot. The Congress veteran, in the video, is seen removing ghoonghat (veil) of a woman while saying ghoonghat pratha (practice of covering face) is over. The video is a few years old and dates back to when Gehlot was Rajasthan CM.Reacting to a post by Congress leader Supriya Shrinate, criticicing Nitish over pulling a Muslim woman’s hijab during a ceremony distributing appointment letters to 1,283 AYUSH doctors, BJP member Radhika Khera said, “Madam, where were you at the time of this despicable act? Where is your and Rahul Baba’s angry tweet on Ashok Gehlot ji?? Then curd froze on the tongue and fingers were locked Did your high command apologize to the entire Hindu community for this? Don’t Hindu women have “rights”?”She also shared video of the incident involving Gehlot years back.Shrinate had said, “Chief minister Nitish Kumar forcibly pulled off a girl’s hijab during a letter distribution function in Bihar. The security guard had to pull the girl back. Why such a pin-drop silence over such a despicable act? A CM did this but there is no outrage? No debate on TV? It’s the height.”The Congress party, in an official X post, described the incident as ‘shameless’ and called for Kumar’s resignation. The post read, “This is Bihar’s Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. A female doctor had come to collect her appointment letter, and Nitish Kumar pulled off her hijab. A man occupying the highest position in Bihar is openly indulging in such a vile act. Think about it–how safe will women be in the state? Nitish Kumar should immediately resign for this disgusting behaviour. This vileness is unforgivable.”Meanwhile, AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar also condemned Nitish video saying, “If a man in power can remove a woman’s veil today, who decides tomorrow that my covered arms offend him? Control never stops at one piece of cloth. Equality means consent. Always.”
