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Trouble mounted for Madhya Pradesh Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for his sister of terrorists remark against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The Madhya Pradesh High Court on Wednesday took suo motu cognisance of the his controversial statement, directing the DGP of Madhya Pradesh to register an case against him.

Congress Steps Up Attacks Against MP Minister, Files FIR

MP Congress chief Jitu Patwari filed a complaint against Madhya Pradesh Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah over his objectionable remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.

"We have registered an FIR against Madhya Pradesh minister Kunwar Vijay Shah. In his address to the nation, PM Modi said that he salutes the valour of the armed forces, and he also said that the whole country stands in support of the armed forces in this difficult time. A minister from Madhya Pradesh insulted the officers of the army and sisters. Why is the BJP silent on this? ... If he is not dismissed within 24 hours, we will lodge an FIR against Kunwar Vijay Shah in all the police stations of the country," he said.

What Have Police Said?

Bhopal cyber cell ACP Sujeet Tiwari said, "A Congress delegation has given a written application regarding Madhya Pradesh minister Kunwar Vijay Shah and a complaint is being filed against him... the matter will be investigated..."

Congress leader Harish Rawat Demands Action

Congress leader Harish Rawat condemned Shah's remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, calling them "shameful" and demanding immediate action from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

"This is a shameful statement. The BJP should have apologised, and the minister should have been suspended. His candidature in the Vidhan Sabha should be cancelled," Rawat said, questioning whether Shah's remarks reflect the "official mindset" of the BJP or the state government. He urged the BJP to clarify its stance on the issue.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also slammed Shah's comment and demanded his immediate dismissal. "A minister of the BJP-led MP government has made a very insulting, shameful and cheap comment about our brave daughter Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The terrorists of the Pahalgam attack wanted to divide the country. Still, the country was united throughout 'Operation Sindoor' to give a befitting reply to the terrorists," Kharge wrote in a post on X.

What Has Shah Said?

Kunwar Vijay Shah sparked controversy with a comment about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who had briefed the media during Operation Sindoor. Speaking at an event, Shah said, "Those who widowed our daughters [in Pahalgam], we sent a sister of their own to teach them a lesson."

Shah Apologises For His Remark

Later, the minister apologised and expressed regret, saying, "I am not a God; I'm too human, and I apologise ten times." Colonel Sofiya Qureshi had led the media briefing for Operation Sindoor alongside Wing Commander Vyomika Singh. They explained the details of the operation step by step.

(With agencies inputs)