‘Character assassination’: Drama in Parliament as Priyanka, Rijiju spar over Pralhad Joshi's appointment as edu minister
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appointment of Pralhad Joshi as Education Minister, citing Joshi's past support for rapists, which sparked chaos in Parliament. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju condemned Gandhi's remarks as 'character assassination' and demanded an apology, asserting that such language undermines the dignity of the House. The debate reflects ongoing tensions within Parliament regarding the government's choices and their implications for women's safety.