Plaint in UP court against Shah over Ambedkar remark
A complaint has been filed in the MP-MLA court in Sultanpur against Union Home Minister Amit Shah over his remarks on BR Ambedkar made in Parliament during the winter session.
Special Magistrate Shubham Verma has scheduled the hearing on the case for January 15, according to the lawyer representing the plaintiff. The complainant, Ramkhelavan from Bankepur Saraiya, said Shah’s statement was “deeply offensive” and has “hurt the sentiments of millions”.
He said, “On December 17, 2024, in the Lok Sabha, Home Minister Amit Shah commented about Dr BR Ambedkar, saying, ‘Ambedkar-Ambedkar has become a fashion’.This remark against Ambedkar was offensive, he said.
Unlock Exclusive Insights with The Tribune Premium
Take your experience further with Premium access.
Thought-provoking Opinions, Expert Analysis, In-depth Insights and other Member Only Benefits
Already a Member? Sign In Now
