Flak Mounts Against Pappu Yadav for Controversial Women's Reservation Remarks

Bihar MP Rajesh Ranjan, also known as Pappu Yadav, faces backlash for making controversial comments about women's reservation in Parliament. Criticism came from BJP leaders Shehzad Poonawala and Tuhin Sinha, while the Bihar Women's Commission issued a notice demanding Yadav's response within three days.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Patna | Updated: 21-04-2026 17:08 IST | Created: 21-04-2026 17:08 IST
Flak Mounts Against Pappu Yadav for Controversial Women's Reservation Remarks
Rajesh Ranjan
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Bihar MP Rajesh Ranjan, commonly known as Pappu Yadav, has drawn significant criticism after making contentious comments on women's reservation in Parliament.

Prominent BJP figures, Shehzad Poonawala and Tuhin Sinha, condemned Yadav's remarks, labeling them as "despicable" and "outrageous" and calling for his accountability.

The Bihar Women's Commission has intervened, issuing Yadav a notice to provide an explanation within three days, with potential further action involving the Lok Sabha Speaker.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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