Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi apologizes for her mawali remark
- Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi has apologized for her remarks that 'they are not farmers, but mawali'.
- She said that her statement on the alleged attack on a media person during the Kisan Sansad at Jantar Mantar was misinterpreted.
- A senior video journalist of a media channel was allegedly attacked by farmers protesting against three agricultural laws at Jantar Mantar.
- Lekhi said, "During a press conference, my comment was sought on the violence at Red Fort on January 26 and the attack on a media person in the Kisan Sansad."
- Meenakshi Lekhi said, "My words were distorted. I apologize if this has hurt farmers or anyone else."
