Mimicry Row Escalates: Insult to Vice President's Post Sparks Controversy

Trinamool Congress leader Kalyan Banerjee's mimicry of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar in Parliament has sparked a controversy, with Dhankhar expressing his anger and stating that he will not tolerate any insult to Parliament and his post. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Murmu also criticized the incident, with the President emphasizing the need for dignity and courtesy in expressions. Banerjee defended his actions, stating that mimicry is an art and that even the Prime Minister has done it. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi denied sharing the mimicry clip and questioned the lack of discussion on other important issues. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge questioned the dragging of caste into the issue and raised concerns about being allowed to speak in the House.
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