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BJP MP Questions Dalit Minister's RSS Concern; Minister Cites Ambedkar
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🗓 18 Jun 2026, 06:01 PM
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A BJP MP questioned why a Dalit minister was concerned about the RSS, to which the minister responded by emphasizing his fearlessness and drawing inspiration from B.R. Ambedkar.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Ramesh Jigajinagi raised a question regarding the concerns of Dalit minister Priyank Kharge about the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Jigajinagi suggested that Kharge should instead concentrate on his governance responsibilities.
In response, Priyank Kharge asserted his lack of fear, attributing his courage to the ideology of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Kharge also implicitly questioned the stance of the RSS and the implications of the BJP MP's remarks.
The exchange highlights a political discourse concerning caste, ideology, and governance within the Indian context.
In response, Priyank Kharge asserted his lack of fear, attributing his courage to the ideology of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Kharge also implicitly questioned the stance of the RSS and the implications of the BJP MP's remarks.
The exchange highlights a political discourse concerning caste, ideology, and governance within the Indian context.