Congress Leader Mallikarjun Kharge Apologizes After Controversial Rajya Sabha Remarks

Kharge's comments, perceived as targeting the Chair, led to BJP protests and a heated debate on parliamentary language.

Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, faced backlash for remarks perceived as offensive during a debate on the National Education Policy.
Kharge clarified that his comments were directed at government policies, not the presiding officer, and issued an apology after BJP leaders demanded retraction.
Union Minister JP Nadda condemned Kharge's language as 'unparliamentary' and 'unpardonable,' emphasizing the need for respectful discourse in Parliament.
The controversy occurred during broader tensions over the National Education Policy, including disputes over language policy and federalism raised by Tamil Nadu's DMK party.
Kharge also criticized Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan for comments about Tamil Nadu, calling them divisive and demanding his resignation.