Will RJD MP Surendra Yadav Apologize for His Remarks?
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Patna, Jan 12 (NationPress) A viral video purportedly featuring Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Lok Sabha MP Surendra Prasad Yadav using offensive language has sparked a significant political uproar in Bihar.
The MP, who serves the Jehanabad constituency, has labeled the video as an AI-generated fabrication and has outright rejected any request for an apology.
In response to media inquiries, Surendra Prasad Yadav firmly denied the allegations, asserting that the video was altered using artificial intelligence.
He stated he would not apologize under any circumstances, challenging anyone to pursue legal action against him.
"I am not intimidated by anyone. If someone wishes to file a case, they are welcome to do so. I will confront it," the RJD MP declared, accusing the media of stirring controversies for personal and financial motives.
Moreover, he alleged that the Bihar government played a role in the incident and criticized the working conditions of journalists, advocating for a standard salary structure for media professionals.
Surendra Prasad Yadav reiterated his stance of not yielding to pressure and confirmed that he would not seek forgiveness despite the ongoing controversy.
The widely circulated video reportedly captures the RJD MP expressing frustration over his modest vote count of around 15,000 during a recent visit to Jehanabad, where local residents confronted him about developmental issues and the RJD's poor performance in the state Assembly elections.
In the clip, he allegedly directed offensive remarks toward a particular community, further inflaming tensions.
This viral footage has provided fresh ammunition to the ruling NDA, with JD-U and BJP leaders launching pointed critiques against the RJD.
JDU Spokesperson Neeraj Kumar mocked the MP, suggesting that his remarks highlight growing discontent within the RJD.
He contended that this incident reveals the deterioration of the MY (Muslim-Yadav) alliance often referenced by RJD leaders and suggests a decline in the party's traditional support.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh, speaking in Begusarai, also condemned the RJD, stating that the party assumes certain communities are permanent supporters and can therefore be treated with disrespect.
He asserted that the public is now aware of this attitude and will no longer tolerate such conduct.