Women’s Rights

Illustration of Kailash Vijayvargiya speaking at a public event in Indore, addressing cultural values and women's attire (AI-generated, non-realistic illustration). Credit: Ideogram.

“Cultural Outrage Erupts”: BJP Minister Condemns Women’s Skimpy Clothes, Sparks Viral Social Media Storm Across India

In a move that has ignited a nationwide debate on cultural values and women's rights, senior BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya recently criticized the trend of women wearing "skimpy clothes," calling it a deviation from traditional Indian norms, during a speech in Indore.

By Vivian Ho – June 6, 2025