Archive · 16 Jun 2025
BJP Leaders Condemn Lalu Prasad Over Ambedkar Portrait
BJP leaders are accusing Lalu Prasad of disrespecting Dr. B.R. Ambedkar during his birthday celebrations.
A photograph showed a portrait near Prasad.
The RJD denies the claim.
BJP leaders, like Shivraj Singh Chouhan, are very critical, while Tejashwi Yadav has dismissed any apology.
The Bihar State Commission for Scheduled Castes is now involved, issuing a notice to Prasad to explain.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticized Lalu Prasad over an incident at Prasad's birthday celebration.
Chouhan stated a portrait of Ambedkar was placed near Prasad's feet.
The RJD denied the allegation, stating the portrait was held by a visitor.
The Bihar State Commission for Scheduled Castes issued a notice to Prasad.
Tejashwi Yadav ruled out an apology from his father.
- Who
- Lalu Prasad, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Tejashwi Yadav, and the Bihar State Commission for Scheduled Castes.
- What
- Controversy over the alleged disrespect of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar by Lalu Prasad.
- When
- During and after Lalu Prasad's 78th birthday celebrations.
- Where
- Bihar, India.
- Why
- Alleged disrespectful placement of Dr. Ambedkar's portrait during a birthday celebration.
BJP's View
RJD's View
Disrespect
BJP's View
Lalu Prasad disrespected Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
RJD's View
N/A
Condemnation
BJP's View
Lalu Prasad should be condemned.
RJD's View
N/A
- People Involved
- Lalu Prasad, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Tejashwi Yadav
- Event
- Lalu Prasad's birthday
- Allegation
- Disrespecting Ambedkar
- Organizations
- RJD, BJP, Bihar SC Commission
Sources
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