Zaira Wasim Calls Out Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Incident: “As a Muslim Woman, This Was Disturbing”

Zaira Wasim Calls Out Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Incident

Zaira Wasim Calls Out Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Incident

Zaira Wasim Calls Out Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Incident

Former actor Zaira Wasim, best known for her performances in Dangal and Secret Superstar, has strongly criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after a video from an official event in Patna went viral on social media. The clip shows the Chief Minister presenting a certificate to a woman doctor and, in the same moment, reaching toward her head covering and pulling it down. The visuals left many viewers shocked and quickly triggered widespread outrage online.

The incident, captured during a formal public function, sparked intense debate across platforms. Several observers noted that the act appeared to disregard the doctor’s personal space and her visible expression of religious identity. The fact that the gesture came from a senior elected leader further intensified criticism, with activists and citizens questioning the appropriateness of such behaviour in an official setting. – Zaira Wasim Calls Out Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Incident

Zaira Wasim Calls Out Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Incident

Reacting to the video, Zaira Wasim shared her response on X (formerly Twitter), expressing anger and disappointment. Known for being vocal on issues of faith, dignity, and ethics, Zaira made it clear that the moment should not be brushed aside as trivial. She emphasised that a woman’s dignity is not something to be handled casually, especially in public. In a sharply worded post, she stated that a woman’s self-respect and modesty are not objects meant for amusement or careless gestures on a public stage.

Speaking from her own lived experience, Zaira said the visuals were particularly upsetting to her as a Muslim woman. She highlighted how casually the doctor’s niqab was pulled down, accompanied by what she described as a nonchalant expression, and said it crossed clear boundaries. Zaira firmly asserted that authority does not give anyone the right to violate another person’s personal or religious space. She also demanded that Nitish Kumar issue an unconditional apology to the doctor involved. – Zaira Wasim Calls Out Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Incident

Zaira’s statement resonated with a large number of social media users, many of whom echoed her concerns and agreed that individuals in positions of power must act with heightened sensitivity when dealing with people from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. At the same time, a section of users came forward in support of the Bihar Chief Minister, reflecting a divided public response.

The episode has since fueled broader discussions around respect for religious symbols, personal boundaries, and the conduct expected from public officials. Zaira, who stepped away from mainstream Hindi cinema in 2019 after stating that the industry conflicted with her personal beliefs, has continued to use her platform to speak on issues she feels strongly about. Her latest reaction once again underscores her consistent engagement with conversations around dignity, religious freedom, and individual choice—topics that continue to strike a chord with many.

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3 thoughts on “Zaira Wasim Calls Out Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Incident: “As a Muslim Woman, This Was Disturbing””

  1. Ma’am woh lady kuj boli kyun nhi ek lgati kheech kar sabkii hasi bnd ho jati I am Hindu fir bhi ase kisi ladki ki disrespect kaise kar sakta koi bhi cm 🤡

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  2. Cm hoke bhi akal nhi Nitesh Kumar ko😂😂😂agar hizab pehna hain usko kya jarorat thi hata ke dekhne ki mat deta kuj bhi insult kar di bechari ki agar woh ek thapad lga deti tab maja ata 😂😂

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