Congress Faces Backlash Over Rohit Sharma Remarks
In a recent controversy, Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed has come under fire for comments regarding Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma’s fitness. The remarks were made on social media and have sparked a significant political backlash.
Political Fallout
Following the uproar, Congress quickly distanced itself from Mohamed’s comments. Pawan Khera, the chairman of the party’s media department, emphasized that the remarks did not reflect the party’s views and urged Mohamed to delete her posts. He reiterated the party’s respect for sporting icons and their contributions.
Defense and Counterarguments
Despite the backlash, Mohamed defended her statements, claiming they were generic observations about athlete fitness. She stated, “I have the right to express my opinion in a democracy.” However, Union sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya condemned the remarks as inappropriate and damaging to athletes’ morale.
BJP’s Response
The BJP capitalized on the situation, with Amit Malviya criticizing Congress for body shaming Sharma during a critical time for the Indian team, which is currently competing for the Champions Trophy.
Support from Unexpected Quarters
Interestingly, TMC MP Saugata Roy supported Mohamed’s observations, suggesting that Sharma should not be part of the team due to recent performance issues.
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