M.P. Speaker tenders apology for remarks on OBC community
Mr. Tomar expressed regret and said he made the remarks at a family event. The move is being seen as an attempt at damage control following the BJP’s defeat in the Datia Assembly bypoll
Madhya Pradesh Assembly Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar has expressed regret over his recent remarks that were perceived as offensive towards the Kushwaha community. In a letter to the community, Mr. Tomar apologized for his comments made at a family event, where he appeared to criticize the community's loyalty and political credibility.
The remarks, which suggested that the community sometimes "switches loyalty" and "tarnishes its credibility," were widely criticized, particularly by the Opposition Congress, who viewed them as insults to all OBC communities. The Kushwaha community, one of the strongest OBC groups in the state, holds significant political importance in various regions, including the Gwalior-Chambal region.
Tomar acknowledged that he made the remarks in the wrong context and that he would not intentionally insult any community. He emphasized his lifelong respect for the Kushwaha community and expressed remorse for any pain caused. The Opposition and the affected community demanded accountability and condemned Tomar's remarks. Meanwhile, former Home Minister Narottam Mishra denied any feud with Ashutosh Tiwari, the BJP candidate for the Datia bypoll, who defeated him. Mishra urged his supporters not to engage in harmful actions or comments.
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