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Rajya Sabha Erupts Over 'Lungiwala' Remark, Regional Sentiments Invoked

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A remark using the word 'lungiwala' triggered a sharp uproar in the Rajya Sabha, with opposition MPs interpreting it as an attack on South Indian culture and identity. The incident sparked heated exchanges on the floor of the upper house of Parliament. TMC MP Sushmita Dev, who made the remark, clarified that she had no intention of casting aspersions on the attire of any particular state or region. The controversy prompted counter-reactions referencing 'dhoti', further deepening the debate along regional lines. The episode highlighted ongoing sensitivities around cultural representation and language used in parliamentary discourse.

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