Pappu Yadav Apologizes for Controversial Remarks on Women in Politics
Independent MP Pappu Yadav has publicly apologized for his controversial remarks suggesting that most women cannot engage in politics without entering a leader's room. His comments have sparked significant backlash from various political leaders and the Bihar State Women's Commission. Amid protests demanding his apology, Yadav clarified that his remarks were not aimed at women in politics but at corrupt politicians. He expressed disappointment over personal attacks involving his family and emphasized his commitment to protecting women and fighting political corruption. Read on for more details about this unfolding controversy.
Apr 24, 2026, 12:58 IST
Pappu Yadav's Apology Amid Controversy
Independent MP Pappu Yadav issued an apology on Thursday regarding his recent controversial comments about women in politics. During a press interaction on Monday, he stated, "90 percent of women cannot engage in politics without entering a leader's room." This statement from the Purnea MP quickly went viral on social media. His remarks have faced backlash from NDA leaders and the Bihar State Women's Commission.
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Protests and rallies demanding Yadav's apology have erupted in various parts of the state. He expressed to reporters that if his comments have hurt women involved in politics, he sincerely apologizes. However, he clarified that his apology is directed towards sisters and daughters, not politicians. Yadav emphasized his fight against 'dirty politicians' who have publicly available evidence of sexual harassment against them. He asserted that he will not allow vultures to prey on women in politics.
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Yadav expressed disappointment over NDA leaders mentioning his wife and daughter during the controversy. He stated, "I did not insult anyone's mother or daughter, yet they made comments about my wife and daughter, whom I regard as my own daughters, and whose fathers are fellow MPs." Regarding the backlash to his statement, Yadav questioned why those who are so sensitive did not speak out against recent atrocities against women, such as the NEET student death case and incidents in Darbhanga and Vaishali. He reiterated his commitment to eradicating political corruption and protecting women.