Amrapali Dubey slams Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for pulling doctor's hijab: 'Justice should be served'
Updated On: 24 December, 2025 08:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Bhojpuri actor Amrapali Dubey has spoken out against Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after a viral video showed him removing a woman doctor’s hijab at an official event in Patna

Amrapali Dubey
Amrapali Dubey, a Bhojpuri actress, has responded to the issue surrounding Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who was observed last week at an official event in Patna removing a woman doctor's hijab. Social media users were outraged by the occurrence, and the CM's actions were criticised by a number of celebrities and social pundits.
Amrapali Dubey reacts to Nitish Kumar's controversy
Amrapali emphasised the value of individual choice and dignity in a speech to reporters in Patna on Wednesday, December 24. "Main hamesha ye believe karti hu ke aapka attire aapka personal choice hota hai," she remarked. Kuch jagah ki bhi garimaaye hoti hai (I have always thought that clothing is a matter of personal preference). Certain locations are connected with dignity.
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