A massive political controversy has erupted from Uttarakhand to Bihar after Girdhari Lal Sahu, husband of Uttarakhand Women Empowerment and Child Development Minister Rekha Arya, made a highly objectionable statement about women during a public event. A video of the remark has gone viral, drawing sharp criticism across states. In the video, Sahu is seen telling people at the event that women in Bihar can be “arranged” for marriage for Rs 20,000 to Rs 25,000. The comment has led to widespread outrage and strong political reactions.
