NCW demands action from Election Commission against Congress’ Shrinate over Kangana comments
The Hindu
The NCW has written to the Election Commission demanding strict action against Congress leaders Supriya Shrinate and H.S. Ahir for their derogatory comments against actress Kangana Ranaut
The NCW on March 25 wrote to the Election Commission demanding strict action against Congress leaders Supriya Shrinate and H.S. Ahir for their derogatory comments against actress Kangana Ranaut, who is the BJP candidate from Mandi Lok Sabha seat.
Ms. Shrinate's Instagram post containing objectionable remarks about Ranaut has been removed from her Instagram handle.
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Mr. Ahir, State joint co-ordinator of Kisan Congress, also made derogatory remarks against her.
The NCW said its chairperson Rekha Sharma has written to the Election Commission demanding action against Ms. Shrinate and Mr. Ahir.
"National Commission for Women is appalled by the disgraceful conduct of Ms. Supriya Shrinate and Mr. H.S. Ahir, who made lewd and derogatory remarks about @KanganaTeam on social media. Such behavior is intolerable and goes against the dignity of women. @sharmarekha has sent a letter to the Election commissioner of India demanding an immediate and strict action against them. Let's uphold respect and dignity for all women. #RespectWomen," the NCW said in a post.
Ranaut also hit out at Ms/ Shrinate, saying that she has played various roles and every woman deserves dignity.
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