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Bihar MP Rejects ‘Chhoti‑Moti Ghatna’ Comment on Minor Harassment
✍️ NDTV
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 07:01 AM
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The Jammui MP publicly disavowed a recent remark describing harassment of minors as a ‘chhoti‑moti ghatna’, saying he does not support such language.
In a video released by NDTV, the Member of Parliament representing Jammui in Bihar addressed recent remarks that downplayed harassment of minors as a "chhoti‑moti ghatna". The MP categorically stated that he does not stand with such a characterization, emphasizing that any form of abuse against children must be treated with utmost seriousness.
During the brief press interaction, the legislator highlighted the responsibility of public representatives to condemn language that trivialises criminal behaviour. He urged law‑enforcement agencies and the judiciary to pursue cases involving minors with rigor, ensuring that victims receive protection and justice.
The MP’s statement comes amid growing public concern over child safety across the state. While no further details about the original remark were provided, the representative’s clear stance signals a commitment to tougher discourse on child protection.
No official response from the individual who made the original comment has been recorded as of now, and the issue remains under observation by civil‑society groups monitoring child‑rights violations in Bihar.
During the brief press interaction, the legislator highlighted the responsibility of public representatives to condemn language that trivialises criminal behaviour. He urged law‑enforcement agencies and the judiciary to pursue cases involving minors with rigor, ensuring that victims receive protection and justice.
The MP’s statement comes amid growing public concern over child safety across the state. While no further details about the original remark were provided, the representative’s clear stance signals a commitment to tougher discourse on child protection.
No official response from the individual who made the original comment has been recorded as of now, and the issue remains under observation by civil‑society groups monitoring child‑rights violations in Bihar.