Remarks against President Murmu: Mamata Banerjee condemns West Bengal minister Akhil Giri’s remarks, apologises on behalf of TMC

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‘Completely Unwarranted’: Mamata Banerjee on TMC Minister’s Derogatory Remarks on Prez Murmu

In a 17-second video clip, the TMC leader was heard commenting on the “looks of the President" on Saturday (November 12)

Hindustan Times

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‘I am sorry’: Mamata Banerjee on Bengal minister's remarks on President Murmu

Bengal minister Akhil Giri drew widespread criticism recently for making controversial remarks against President Droupadi Murmu's looks. After a video clip of his comments went viral, Giri apologised for it.

Indian Express

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Bengal CM Mamata apologises for Akhil Giri’s statement on President Droupadi Murmu

Akhil Giri has been warned by the party and been told not to make such comments again, the CM said.

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Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Apologises For TMC Minister's Remarks On President Murmu

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday condemned minister Akhil Giri's derogatory comments on President Droupadi Murmu's looks and apologised on behalf of TMC. Banerjee said she has immense respect for the President, and TMC had cautioned Giri and other MLAs against making derogatory remarks in the future. "Akhil Giri has committed a mistake. I condemn his utterings and apologise on behalf of my party. My party has already apologis…

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Case filed against TMC leader in Kanpur court: Kolkata Minister Akhil Giri made indecent remarks on the President