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Kharge’s ‘thokenge’ barb stirs a different ‘language row’ in Rajya Sabha

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 11 March 2025
A heated exchange occurred in Rajya Sabha over Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge's controversial remark, 'aapko theek se thokenge.' BJP demanded an apology and expungement of the remark. Kharge later apologized, clarifying his comments were directed at government policies, not the Chair.
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Kharge Apologises in Rajya Sabha After Uproar Over 'Derogatory' Remark on NEP Debate 07:43

 Mallikarjun Kharge apologises in Rajya Sabha after uproar over his 'derogatory' remark during a debate on Hindi imposition under the NEP. While Kharge clarified his comments targeted government policies, MPs alleged they were aimed at the Chair. Leader of the House JP Nadda condemned Kharge's words,...

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