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Union Minister Rijiju slams actor Prakash Raj over remarks on women police officers
Actor Prakash Raj drew sharp criticism from Union Minister Kiren Rijiju after a viral video showed him characterizing accusations against women police officers as a joke. Rijiju responded by calling Prakash Raj's conduct unbecoming.
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Actor Prakash Raj faced censure from Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday after a video surfaced in which the acclaimed performer appeared to dismiss allegations against women police officers as humorous.
The video, which circulated widely on social media, prompted Rijiju to issue a pointed response targeting Prakash Raj's remarks. In his criticism, the minister used strong language to characterize the actor's conduct, describing him as lacking propriety in his public statements.
Prakash Raj has been a vocal supporter of various civil rights campaigns in recent months, using his public platform to engage in political and social discourse. His latest controversial comments regarding women in law enforcement have intensified scrutiny of his public activism.
The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between entertainment industry figures and government officials over social commentary and public statements on sensitive matters. Rijiju's rebuke underscores the controversy surrounding Prakash Raj's recent visibility in public debates.