Amit Shah’s Ambedkar Remark Keeps Parliament on Boil: Congress Says X Refused Modi Govt’s Video Removal Request

Protests against the remarks marked the beginning of the day at the parliament today as well.

New Delhi: The Congress party accused the Narendra Modi government of attempting to suppress criticism of Union home minister Amit Shah by ordering X (formerly Twitter), to remove a video of his recent remarks about Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday (December 18).

The party claims X refused, citing freedom of expression principles.

Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate, speaking at a press conference before the start of the Thursday (December 19) parliamentary session, said X had informed Congress MPs, leaders, and other opposition members via email that the video would remain online as the video has not violated any law.

She displayed a printed copy of the purported email to reporters.

“Our country is celebrating its 75th year of independence, yet the Home Minister has made highly disrespectful remarks about Babasaheb Ambedkar,” Shrinate said.

“These offensive remarks demand an apology to the nation. However, instead of apologising, the Modi government and its entire machinery are busy protecting him. Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself has stepped in to shield Amit Shah, who insulted Babasaheb.”

Courtesy: The Wire 

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