Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati has criticized the Congress party for its reaction to Home Minister Amit Shah’s comments on Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, calling it “pure deception and selfish politics.” She alleged that both Congress and BJP are ...

BSP chief Mayawati on Thursday said Union Home Minister Amit Shah should take back his recent remark on B R Ambedkar, and alleged that it has harmed the Dalit icon's dignity and offended his followers.

At a press conference on Wednesday, Amit Shah lashed out at Congress and said that his remarks on Ambedkar were twisted. I can never speak against Ambedkar ji, he said.

However, analysts observed that the BJP was proceeding carefully after its recent victory in the state by-elections.

DMK on Sunday condemned Union home minister Amit Shah’s comments on Ambedkar as part of the 12 resolutions passed during the executive committee meeting

Congress workers were seen carrying torches as a sign of protest, expressing their deep dissatisfaction with Amit Shah's comments, which they argue not only insulted BR Ambedkar's memory but also wounded the sentiments of millions of Indians.

Amit Shah criticises Congress for opposing Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and distorting his legacy during a recent media address.- Watch Video on English Oneindia

Congress state president Pratibha Singh said that on the call of All India Congress Committee, state unit of party will submit a memorandum to the President on December 24 through all the district commissioners in the state,

The Congress will hold nationwide protests on December 24, demanding Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over his remarks on Ambedkar. They allege Shah belittled Ambedkar and will submit a petition to President Murmu.