Kailash Vijayvargiya Criticizes Western Influence on Women's Fashion
Senior BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya criticized Western fashion trends for women, emphasizing traditional Indian attire as more appropriate. He spoke against a foreign saying equating short speeches with short clothes and praised brief speeches at a local event. His remarks were widely viewed on social media.

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Senior BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya has expressed his disapproval of the trend of women wearing revealing clothing, describing it as a Western concept that clashes with Indian tradition. He emphasized Indian culture, naming women as forms of goddesses, deserving of respect and traditional attire.
Vijayvargiya criticized a foreign saying that compares brief speeches to scant clothing, considering it inappropriate for Indian context. During a World Environment Day event in Indore, he praised local BJP president Sumit Mishra's concise address, underscoring his preference for shorter speeches.
The minister's remarks on women's fashion have gained traction on social media, as he urged women to dress modestly when approaching him for selfies. Several BJP leaders and local representatives were present at the event, reacting with laughter and applause to his statements.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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