Flying Kiss' Incident Sparks Controversy as BJP Women MPs Raise Concerns About Rahul Gandhi

In a recent development, female Members of Parliament (MPs) belonging to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have taken a significant step by lodging a formal complaint with Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla regarding an incident involving Rahul Gandhi. The complaint pertains to an alleged 'flying kiss' gesture that has led to accusations of disrespect towards women MPs.

The BJP Women MPs, including union minister Shobha Karandlaje, have jointly signed a letter expressing their concerns. The letter accuses Rahul Gandhi of engaging in "indecent behavior" and making "inappropriate gestures" directed at Smriti Irani while she was addressing the House.

The letter further emphasizes that the alleged actions of Rahul Gandhi not only cast a shadow on the dignity of women members within the parliamentary forum but also reflect poorly on the esteemed stature of the legislative body itself.

This complaint underscores the ongoing dialogue about appropriate conduct and gender sensitivity within the political arena. The demand for "strict action" against Rahul Gandhi highlights the significance of upholding decorum and respect in parliamentary proceedings. The incident once again highlights the intersection of gender dynamics and political behavior, prompting discussions on the boundaries of acceptable behavior within the realm of public service.

BJP MPs Condemn Rahul Gandhi's Alleged 'Flying Kiss' Gesture in Parliament

Expressing their dismay over an incident that transpired in the parliamentary session, BJP MPs have voiced their concerns about Rahul Gandhi's alleged 'flying kiss' gesture towards women MPs. Shobha Karandlaje, a BJP MP, remarked, "This is the first time we have seen such behavior from an MP in the House. He made a gesture of a flying kiss at women MPs in the House... It is unacceptable. We have complained to the Speaker to take action against him," as conveyed to the news agency ANI.

Union Minister Darshana Jardosh echoed these sentiments by stating, "We didn't like it when he (Rahul Gandhi) gave a flying kiss while he was leaving as it goes against our culture. We won't tolerate such things in the Parliament," in her statement to PTI.

Rahul Gandhi, who had recently returned to the House after being reinstated as the Lok Sabha MP, addressed Parliament on Wednesday. Recalling his previous actions, including the famous hug and wink during the 2018 no-confidence motion against the Modi government, Gandhi allegedly made a similar gesture as he exited the Lok Sabha.

In response, during her speech on the no-confidence motion, Smriti Irani indirectly criticized Rahul Gandhi. She stated, "The person who spoke before me misbehaved. Only a misogynistic man can gesture a flying kiss to female parliamentarians. It shows the khandhan he comes from, and what his family and party feel about women. Such undignified conduct was never before seen in the Parliament of the country." The incident has sparked a heated discussion about appropriate conduct within the parliamentary setting.