Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Actress Amrapali Dubey joins controversy over Nitish Kumar's veil removal
The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) is very upset with Bihar's Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, for pulling off a Muslim woman doctor's headscarf (naqab) during a ceremony.
This happened on 15 December in Patna.
The SCBA says this was very disrespectful and went against the woman's rights and freedom.
They want Nitish Kumar to say he's sorry.
Other politicians, like Giriraj Singh and Sanjay Nishad, made some controversial comments about this, which also upset people.
The doctor might still be able to start her job, but it depends on approval from the Health Department.
Actress Amrapali Dubey and Javed Akhtar have also criticized Nitish Kumar's action, emphasizing the importance of personal freedom and respect for religious sentiments.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar removed a Muslim woman doctor's naqab during a public ceremony on 15 December in Patna.
The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) condemned the act, calling it a violation of the woman's autonomy and religious freedom.
The SCBA demanded an unconditional apology from Nitish Kumar and others involved.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh and Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad made controversial comments supporting Nitish Kumar's actions.
Actress Amrapali Dubey and Javed Akhtar criticized Nitish Kumar's action, emphasizing personal freedom and respect for religious sentiments.
- Who
- Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), Union Minister Giriraj Singh, Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad, a Muslim woman doctor, Actress Amrapali Dubey, Javed Akhtar
- What
- Nitish Kumar removed a Muslim woman doctor's naqab during a public ceremony, sparking controversy and condemnation from the SCBA and other public figures
- When
- 15 December
- Where
- Chief Minister's secretariat in Patna, Bihar
- Why
- Nitish Kumar questioned the woman's naqab and removed it, leading to accusations of infringing on her autonomy and religious freedom
Critics
Supporters
Removal of Veil
Critics
Critics argue that Nitish Kumar's action was a violation of the woman's personal freedom and religious rights.
Supporters
Supporters, like Giriraj Singh and Sanjay Nishad, have made controversial comments supporting Nitish Kumar's actions.
- Date of Incident
- 15 December
- Location
- Patna, Bihar
- Involved Parties
- Nitish Kumar, SCBA, Giriraj Singh, Sanjay Nishad, Amrapali Dubey, Javed Akhtar
- SCBA's Demand
- Unconditional apology from Nitish Kumar and others
- Controversial Comments
- Giriraj Singh and Sanjay Nishad's remarks
- Doctor's Status
- May still join duty, subject to approval
- Actress' Reaction
- Amrapali Dubey criticized Nitish Kumar's action, emphasizing personal freedom and respect for religious sentiments.
- Javed Akhtar's Reaction
- Javed Akhtar condemned Nitish Kumar's action, calling it deplorable and demanding an unconditional apology.
Sources
SCBA slams Nitish Kumar pulling down veil of a Muslim woman; demands apology
'Insaaf Milna Chahiye': Bhojpuri Actress Amrapali Dubey Criticises Bihar CM Nitish Kumar For Pulling Doctor's Hijab - VIDEO
