Saralnama, BJP MLA Ketki Singh from Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, sparked controversy during an election rally in Alinagar, Bihar. While addressing the gathering, Singh threw a 'paag' (traditional Mithila turban) on stage, declaring it did not represent Mithila's honor. The act angered local supporters and party workers, who viewed it as an insult to Mithila's culture and identity. Singh was campaigning for BJP candidate Maithili Thakur in Alinagar ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. The incident has heightened political tensions as parties intensify their campaign efforts across the state. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 05:29 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- On 25 Aug 2023, BJP MLA Ketki Singh from Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, sparked controversy during an election rally in Alinagar, Bihar
- While addressing the gathering, Singh threw a 'paag' (traditional Mithila turban) on stage, declaring it did not represent Mithila's honor
- The act angered local supporters and party workers, who viewed it as an insult to Mithila's culture and identity