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Vijay Shah attends MP cabinet meet, Congress criticises CM Mohan Yadav
Bhopal, June 10: After skipping three back-to-back special cabinet meetings following his controversial remarks on Colonel Sofia Qureshi, Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah finally attended a cabinet meeting held in Bhopal Tuesday.
Madhya Pradesh Minister Vijay Shah returns to official event
Bhopal, June 9: Madhya Pradesh's Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah made his first public appearance in Shahdol on Monday following his controversial remarks about Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
Vijay Shah to be 'Guest of honour' at event to commemorate Birsa Munda's legacy
Bhopal, June 8: Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah has been invited as the “Guest of Honour” at a significant event “Kol Janjatya Sammelan” scheduled for Monday (9 June 2025) in Shahdol, a district with a predominantly tribal population.
MP: Vijay Shah skips third Cabinet meeting; Pachmarhi sanctuary named after Raja Bhabhut Singh
Bhopal, June 3: For the third consecutive time, the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister has remained absent from the Cabinet meeting held at Raj Bhavan in Pachmarhi on Tuesday.
SIT begins probe into Vijay Shah's remarks on Sofiya Qureshi, visits Raikunda village
Indore, May 24: The Special Investigation Team (SIT), constituted on the directions of the Supreme Court, is probing the controversial remarks made by Madhya Pradesh Tribal Welfare Minister Vijay Shah against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
'Missing Minister Shah': MP Congress puts up posters, announces reward
Bhopal, May 24: Madhya Pradesh Minister Vijay Shah's absence from public appearances and official meetings has prompted the Indore unit of Congress to launch a symbolic protest, putting up posters across the city of Indore declaring him missing and offering an appropriate reward to anyone who can locate him.
In fresh apology, MP Minister Vijay Shah terms remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi 'linguistic error'
Bhopal, May 23: Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah has once again issued an apology after his controversial “offensive” remarks about Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi sparked outrage. In a video statement released on Friday, Shah admitted to making a “linguistic error” and expressed regret.
In fresh apology, MP Minister Vijay Shah terms remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi 'linguistic mistake'
Bhopal, May 23: Senior BJP leader and Madhya Pradesh Tribal Welfare Minister Vijay Shah, whose controversial remarks on Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi sparked a nationwide controversy, has issued a fresh apology.
Vijay Shah skips Cabinet meeting amid controversial remarks row against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi
Bhopal, May 20: Madhya Pradesh Tribal Welfare Minister Vijay Shah on Tuesday skipped the Cabinet meeting amid his controversial remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
BJP should act, make MP minister Vijay Shah step down over Col Qureshi remarks: Priyanka Chaturvedi
Mumbai, May 20: Shiv Sena-UBT leader Priyanka Chaturvedi on Tuesday called on the BJP to take decisive action by asking Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah to step down from his post for his derogatory remark on Army officer, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
Sofiya Qureshi row: Vijay Shah stays away from MP cabinet meet
Bhopal, May 20: Eventually, Madhya Pradesh Tribal Welfare Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah opted to skip the cabinet meeting amid ongoing controversy surrounding his “offensive” remarks about senior Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
'Would have expelled him for life': Chirag Paswan on MP minister's remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi
Patna, May 20: Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan on Tuesday strongly condemned the controversial remarks made by Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, stating that had Shah been a member of his party, he would have expelled him for life.
MP cabinet's special meet today in Indore, all eyes on Minister Vijay Shah
Bhopal, May 20: Madhya Pradesh cabinet will hold a special meeting at the historic Rajwada Palace in Indore on Tuesday, which is being convened to commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar. However, uncertainty looms over whether Minister Vijay Shah will join the meeting.
Chirag Paswan demands strict action against Vijay Shah for remarks on Colonel Sofiya Qureshi
Patna, May 19: Union Minister for Food Processing and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan has strongly condemned the objectionable remarks made by Madhya Pradesh Minister Vijay Shah against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, a decorated officer of the Indian Army.
Col Sofiya Qureshi remarks: SC orders formation of SIT, stays arrest of MP Minister
New Delhi, May 19: The Supreme Court on Monday ordered formation of a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the charges against Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah, facing legal heat over his controversial remarks on Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
Remarks against Col Sofiya Qureshi: SC to hear MP Minister's plea seeking quashing of FIR on Monday
New Delhi, May 18: The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Monday a plea filed by Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah against the order of the Madhya Pradesh High Court directing an FIR against him over his controversial remarks on Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
RJD poster slams MP Minister Shah for objectionable remark on Col Sofiya Qureshi
Patna, May 16: The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has pasted posters on Friday across Patna demanding the arrest of Madhya Pradesh Minister Vijay Shah for his alleged objectionable remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
Congress escalates protest against Minister Shah, urges Governor to remove him from office
Bhopal, May 16: Protests are intensifying across the country against Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah following his controversial remarks about senior female Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The Congress party has been relentless in its criticism, demanding his immediate removal.
'Why doesn't Cong demand K'taka CM's resignation': Mohan Yadav reacts to row over Vijay Shah's remarks
Bhopal, May 15: After a prolonged silence, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has eventually addressed the controversy that has ignited the state's political landscape. Responding to the Congress' demand for Minister Vijay Shah's resignation, he countered by stating that the Congress itself is entangled in legal troubles, with cases pending against several of its leaders.
Remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi: MP Minister Vijay Shah moves SC, seeks quashing of FIR
New Delhi, May 15: Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah has moved the Supreme Court against an order of the MP High Court ordering registration of an FIR over his controversial remarks on Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
MP Minister Vijay Shah apologises for controversial remarks again Col Sofiya Qureshi
Bhopal, May 15: Madhya Pradesh Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah has issued an apology for his controversial remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
Political upheaval in MP: Ministers reassigned important district leadership
Bhopal, May 14: In the corridors of state governance, the winds of change blow steadily, reshaping ministerial responsibilities across a few districts of Madhya Pradesh.
MP Minister Vijay Shah faces leaders' wrath after controversial remarks on Colonel Sofiya Qureshi
New Delhi, May 14: Madhya Pradesh BJP Minister, Vijay Shah, has sparked a political storm following his controversial remarks allegedly aimed at Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, drawing sharp condemnation from across the political spectrum in India.
Cong threatens to intensify protest against Vijay Shah, demands legal action
Bhopal, May 14: The Madhya Pradesh Congress has threatened to stage a large-scale protest against the state’s Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah following his alleged derogatory remarks about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, a distinguished Indian Army officer.
BJP distances itself from Minister Vijay Shah's remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi
Bhopal, May 14: The Madhya Pradesh unit of the BJP on Wednesday distanced itself from Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah’s controversial remarks about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, stating that the party does not endorse such comments against individuals who have brought pride to the nation.
Mayawati slams MP Minister Vijay Shah for remarks on Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, demands strict action
New Delhi, May 14: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Madhya Pradesh BJP Minister Vijay Shah over his controversial remarks targeting Indian Army Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, demanding that the BJP and the Centre take stringent action against him.
Dismissal of MP Minister Vijay Shah sought by MRM for remarks against Col. Sofiya Qureshi
New Delhi, May 14: The Muslim Rashtriya Manch (MRM) on Wednesday, issued a sharp condemnation of Madhya Pradesh Minister Vijay Shah for his derogatory remark against Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
MP Minister Vijay Shah's remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi sparks outrage, Congress demands resignation
Bhopal, May 13: Senior BJP leader and Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah's alleged remarks on Indian Army's Colonel Sofiya Qureshi has sparked a major controversy.