Controversial Statement by Former Bhopal MP: Pragya Thakur Advocates Violence Against Daughters Who Visit Non-Hindu Homes

Oct 19, 2025 04:58 pm CST

Former Bhopal MP Pragya Singh Thakur has ignited controversy with her remarks urging parents to physically punish daughters who visit non-Hindu households. Speaking at a religious event in Bhopal, Thakur advocated breaking the legs of disobedient daughters, drawing sharp criticism from the Congress party, which accused the BJP of promoting religious hatred. The inflammatory speech, which went viral after being uploaded to Facebook, has reignited debates about religious intolerance and extremist rhetoric in Indian politics.