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Punjab SC Panel Summons Congress Chief Over Buta Singh Remarks

The Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission has taken serious note of Congress leader Raja Warring's comments about late minister Buta Singh. Chairman Jasvir Singh Garhi confirmed the commission acted after seeing the remarks on social media. Meanwhile, BJP leader Tarun Chugh strongly condemned the Congress for disrespecting Dalit communities. Buta Singh had an illustrious career serving as Union Home Minister and chairing the National Commission for Scheduled Castes.

Key Points: Punjab SC Commission Summons Congress Chief Raja Warring

  • Punjab SC Commission takes suo moto notice of Warring's alleged casteist comments
  • Commission summons Congress chief to appear personally on November 6
  • BJP demands apology from Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge
  • Late Buta Singh served as Union Home Minister and NCSC chairperson
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Punjab SC panel summons state Congress chief over remark on late Buta Singh

Punjab SC Commission takes suo moto notice of Congress chief Raja Warring's alleged casteist remarks against late Union Minister Buta Singh during Tarn Taran rally.

"Warring's remarks are not just an insult to one individual but a disgrace to the entire nation. - Tarun Chugh"

Chandigarh, Nov 3

The Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission on Monday took a suo moto cognisance of the casteist comment made by state Congress Committee President and Lok Sabha MP, Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, against former Union Home Minister late Buta Singh at an election rally of the Tarn Taran Vidhan Sabha by-elections.

Giving information in this regard, State Scheduled Castes Commission Chairman Jasvir Singh Garhi said that this matter has come to his notice through social media in which the Congress Punjab unit president and Lok Sabha member from Ludhiana is making colour and caste-based comments towards the country's late Home Minister and Dalit leader Buta Singh.

He said that the Commission, taking suo moto notice in this matter, has asked Amarinder Singh Raja Warring to appear in person on November 6 and also the Returning Officer of Tarn Taran to appear in person on November 4 and submit a report.

Meanwhile, BJP national General Secretary Tarun Chugh came down heavily on the Congress for showing blatant disrespect towards the lower sections of society.

Taking strong exception to the way Punjab PCC president Raja Warring insulted former Union Home Minister Buta Singh during an election campaign in Tarn Taran, Chugh demanded that AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge tender an unconditional apology to the nation.

Chugh said the Congress has always exploited the downtrodden and weaker sections for political gain without ever working for their upliftment. "Warring's remarks are not just an insult to one individual but a disgrace to the entire nation. The Congress must apologise for this shameful act," Chugh asserted.

Congress leader Buta Singh was the chairperson of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes from 2007 to 2010. He authored a collection of articles on Punjabi literature and Sikh history and wrote the book 'Punjabi Speaking State: A Critical Analysis'.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I agree that such comments shouldn't be made, I wonder if this is being blown out of proportion for political mileage. The timing with by-elections seems suspicious. 🤔
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Sarah B
As someone who has studied Indian politics, I'm glad the SC Commission is taking suo moto action. This sets an important precedent against caste-based discrimination in political discourse.
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Arjun K
Buta Singh ji was not just a political leader but also a literary figure who contributed to Punjabi literature. Reducing him to caste identity shows how low our politics has sunk. Very disappointing.
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Kavya N
All political parties need to be more careful with their words. Such remarks hurt the sentiments of entire communities. Hope this serves as a lesson for everyone. 👍
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Michael C
The fact that this was caught through social media monitoring shows how technology is helping hold politicians accountable. Good to see institutions responding promptly to such issues.

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