Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Kokate Denies Resignation Demand Amid Controversy
A minister named Kokate is in trouble because of things he said and a video of him playing cards.
People in the government are talking about whether he should quit.
Kokate says he wasn't told to resign.
He has also said he didn't mean to offend anyone and that his words were just unclear.
The opposition party is still upset and wants him to quit.
Manikrao Kokate denies being asked to resign.
Kokate faced scrutiny over controversial remarks and a card game video.
The opposition has demanded Kokate's resignation.
Kokate clarified his stand to Ajit Pawar and the CM.
Kokate attributed the 'beggar' statement to poor articulation.
- Who
- Manikrao Kokate, Ajit Pawar, Devendra Fadnavis, Opposition.
- What
- Manikrao Kokate denies being asked to resign over controversies.
- When
- July 31st
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- Due to controversies over remarks and video footage.
Opposition Stance
Government Stance
Resignation
Opposition Stance
Demanding resignation
Government Stance
Kokate denies any such instruction.
- Minister
- Manikrao Kokate
- Portfolio
- Agriculture
- Party
- NCP
- Controversy
- Remarks, Card Game Video
- Chief Minister
- Devendra Fadnavis
Sources
‘Why is govt shielding Manikrao Kokate?’: Rohit Pawar says probe shows minister played online game in House for 20 minutes
Maharashtra minister Kokate played cards in House for 18-22 minutes, claims Rohit Pawar
'Maha minister played cards in House for 22 minutes'
Maharashtra Minister Kokate Played Rummy For Over 18 Minutes During Assembly: Rohit Pawar
Why Devendra Fadnavis’s rap on the knuckles for ministers, and why more may follow
How many times Ajit Pawar will reprimand his controversial minister Kokate? NCP (SP)