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Balasore, Odisha: BJD leader & Former Minister Pratap Jena on BJD leader Lekhasri Samantsinghar's statement says, "...In protest, we have all gathered to demand a thorough investigation into the matter. The way he has insulted women demands strict action. Moreover, it is well https://t.co/AiWyYkMBwC
Bhubaneswar, Odisha: BJP MLA Santosh Khatua on BJD leader Lekha Samantsinghar's statement says, "The statements made by her is regarding the whole of Odisha..." https://t.co/9nRHmHQZvR
#WATCH | Purba Medinipur, West Bengal: During the 'Kanya Suraksha Yatra', state LoP and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari says, "... Since 27 February, Mamata Banerjee has been directly attacking Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He should take cognisance of this... Women are https://t.co/09SDAcMKUL
In Odisha, a political controversy has emerged following derogatory remarks made by BJP MLA Santosh Khatua against BJD leader Lekhasri Samantsinghar. The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) delegation submitted a memorandum to the State Women Commission demanding action against Khatua for his comments. BJD leaders, including Tukuni Sahu and former minister Pratap Jena, condemned the remarks, emphasizing the increasing safety concerns for women in Odisha under the BJP government. Lekhasri Samantsinghar highlighted the rise in crimes against women, citing an average of 15 cases of rape and gang rape daily. Khatua defended his statements, asserting that Samantsinghar's criticisms were about the entire state and that she should not object to similar remarks directed at her. Odisha Minister Nityananda Gond described Khatua as a good person and stated he was unaware of the issue. The incident has sparked calls for a thorough investigation and strict action against the BJP MLA.
