SaralnamaBJP MLA Ketki Singh's comment about the Mithila turban during a campaign speech in Darbhanga, Bihar, has sparked controversy. She said the turban is not Mithila's pride, but Maithili is. Opposition parties accused her of insulting Mithila's identity. The video went viral on social media, with many calling it an insult to Mithila culture. Singh later clarified her statement, saying it was misrepresented. She explained that she meant to equate the respect given to the turban with the respect daughters deserve. The incident has heated up the election atmosphere, with opposition calling it an attack on culture and BJP terming it a political misunderstanding. To avoid such controversies, one should be careful when speaking about cultural symbols. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 21:31 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- BJP MLA Ketki Singh's comment about the Mithila turban during a campaign speech in Darbhanga, Bihar, has sparked controversy
- She said the turban is not Mithila's pride, but Maithili is
- Opposition parties accused her of insulting Mithila's identity