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Karnataka Congress MLA: Senior Karnataka Congress MLA RV Deshpande made a controversial remark while speaking to reporters. The Congress leader made a casual comment to a woman journalist when she asked about the lack of hospital facilities, causing trouble to pregnant women and other patients in the Joida taluk of Uttara Kannada, NDTV reported.

When the reporter highlighted that pregnant women in the area were struggling due to the absence of a hospital, the MLA took her question very casually. “Don’t worry, we’ll get yours done elsewhere," the Congress legislator replied with a smile and a wink.

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Reacting sharply, the journalist sought further clarification. He again made a similar statement that when her turn comes, he will get her delivery. “When it’s time for your delivery, we will get it done," the Congress leader said. She again asserted the region urgently needed a hospital, urging him to ensure medical facilities are built during his current term, after which he said, “Okay".

Criticism Of MLA On Social Media

Soon after the conversation emerged on social media, a section of users slammed the politician for the alleged derogatory remarks.

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Janata Dal Secular (JD-S) criticised Deshpande on X, saying, "@RV_Deshpande sir, what kind of deplorable mindset is this? To a senior journalist who asked for a super-speciality hospital for the district, you respond with "Let it be your delivery"? Is this the respect you show to women? As a senior legislator, Mr Deshpande, your arrogant words are an insult to the dignity of women. Apologize immediately to that female journalist. @INCKarnataka @siddaramaiah @INCIndia."