The hijab controversy has travelled to Rajasthan from distant Karnataka after a BJP MLA's visit to a school. The students hit the streets today protesting against his comments, and claimed they were also forced to raise religious slogans.
Siddaramaiah's comments elicited strong reactions from the BJP and right wing organisations, which have warned off protests across the state. The Congress "should have spared children from his dirty politics", the BJP - which had imposed ban in 2022 - said while condemning the Congress government's decision., India News, Times Now
The Karnataka government on Friday announced it will soon withdraw the ban on wearing hijab. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said his government will withdraw the ban soon, adding that women can "wear anything they want."