Holding up her boss's pajamas: Mahua Moitra's controversial remark creates stir

New Delhi: Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has ignited a controversy with her crude remark against National Commission for Women (NCW) chairperson Rekha Sharma. The incident unfolded when Moitra commented on a video showing Sharma arriving at the Hathras stampede site with a man holding an umbrella for her, questioning why Sharma couldn't carry her own umbrella. Notably, she commented on Thursday.

In response to a social media post, Moitra remarked, "She (Rekha Sharma) is too busy holding up her boss's pajamas," drawing immediate condemnation from the NCW. The commission demanded an FIR against Moitra, labeling her remarks as derogatory and a violation of women's dignity.

NCW takes suo moto on derogatory remark

The NCW issued a statement condemning Moitra's comment, urging Delhi Police to take immediate action. They insisted on an FIR against Moitra and requested a detailed action report within three days.

Come on @DelhiPolice please take action immediately on these suo moto orders. Am in Nadia in case you need me in the next 3 days to make a quick arrest.
I Can Hold My Own Umbrella . https://t.co/pXvRSVSzxa

— Mahua Moitra (@MahuaMoitra) July 5, 2024

Moitra's defiant response

Moitra responded defiantly to the NCW's demands, challenging Delhi Police to act immediately. She emphasized her readiness to cooperate, stating she was in Nadia and available for any necessary actions.

Also @DelhiPolice while you’re at it can you please register an FIR against another serial offender under your new Act.
I Can Hold My Old Umbrella pic.twitter.com/QE6iCT0fU4

— Mahua Moitra (@MahuaMoitra) July 5, 2024

BJP lashes out

The BJP condemned Moitra's remarks, calling for her expulsion from the Trinamool Congress. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized Moitra's comment as indecent and shameful, accusing her of hypocrisy and questioning the silence of other opposition leaders on the matter. Poonawalla called on leaders from Congress and AAP to condemn Moitra's remarks, highlighting what he perceives as their selective silence on issues of similar gravity in the past.