TMC Moves Privilege Notice Against Shah Over Ambedkar Remark, Mamata Says 'Display Of BJP's Anti-Dalit Mindset'

Amid the ongoing row over Amit Shah's remarks on BR Ambedkar, the Trinamool Congress has moved a privilege notice against the Union Home Minister, saying that he undermined the legacy of the Constitution's architect and the dignity of the Parliament. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also lashed out at Shah, accusing him of making derogatory remarks against Ambedkar and insulting those who look up to the Dalit icon. As Parliament reflects on 75 glorious years of the Constitution, HM @AmitShah chose to TARNISH this occasion with DEROGATORY remarks against Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, that too in the temple of Democracy." As Parliament reflects on 75 glorious years of the Constitution, HM @AmitShah chose to TARNISH this occasion with DEROGATORY remarks against Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, that too in the temple of Democracy. "Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar is the Father of the Constitution, this outrageous remark is not only an outright attack on him but all members of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution, which symbolised India’s unity in diversity with members from all castes, creeds, ethnicities, and religions," Banerjee added.