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    Hijab row: Shashi Tharoor slams CM Nitish; Bihar Guv calls it ‘unfortunate controversy’

    Patna: Senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over the hijab-related controversy, saying the incident was inappropriate and stressing that women must be treated with respect.  Interacting with mediapersons at Patna Airport, Tharoor referred to a viral video involving the Chief Minister and said: “A video has surfaced in.

    Hijab Row: CM Nitish Kumar’s security tightened, police probe threat video

    Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s security has been significantly tightened following a controversy that erupted during an appointment letter distribution ceremony for AYUSH doctors, where he allegedly pulled off the hijab of a Muslim woman doctor. According to government sources, the decision comes in the wake of threats reportedly received by the Chief Minister,.

    Hijab Row in Bihar: Health Minister Defends Nitish Kumar, Says Women Stand With CM

    Patna: Amid the ongoing hijab controversy, Bihar Health Minister Mangal Pandey has come out in defence of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, stating that women across Bihar fully support him. He said that this clearly reflected in the recently concluded Bihar Assembly elections. Speaking to the media, Pandey said, “Under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish.

    Bihar Minister Nitish Kumar Clarify his ‘Hijab Row’ Controversy

    Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar faced heavy criticism after he removed a female doctor's hijab during a public event.