The replacement of Jawaharlal Nehrus photo with BR Ambedkars in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly has triggered controversy and a strong reaction from the Congress party. On the first day of the 16th Madhya Pradesh assembly session, the portrait of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru behind the Speakers chair was replaced with that of Dr BR Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution. The portrait of Mahatma Gandhi remains on the other side of the Speakers chair.The Congress party raised strong objections to the change, calling it an insult to Indias first Prime Minister.They demanded that Nehrus photo be restored to its original place, arguing that both Nehru and Ambedkar played crucial roles in Indias history and deserve respect. Congress MLAs threatened to restore the picture themselves if the government doesnt take action.Though, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government hasnt officially commented on the reason for the change or the oppositions reaction. However, some BJP leaders have defended the move, stating that Ambedkars contribution to India deserves equal recognition.
