SC Bar Association Condemns Nitish Kumar for Allegedly Pulling Down Woman Doctor’s Hijab at Public Event

The Supreme Court Bar Association has strongly condemned the alleged act of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar forcibly pulling down the hijab of a woman doctor during a public function in Patna on December 15, 2025

In a resolution dated December 20, 2025, the SCBA said the incident amounted to a serious violation of a woman’s dignity, autonomy, and constitutional rights, including religious freedom. 

It observed that such conduct by a constitutional authority undermines equality and non-discrimination.

The SCBA also condemned derogatory remarks made by Union Minister Giriraj Singh and Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad, and demanded an unconditional apology from all those responsible.