Industry Minister Yadav resigns amid controversy over remarks on LPG industrialists
Summary
Industry Minister Gauri Kumari Yadav has resigned after sparking controversy with remarks accusing LPG industrialists of failing to help address the cooking gas shortage. Her comments drew sharp criticism from industry representatives amid the ongoing supply crisis.
Key Points
- Industry Minister Gauri Kumari Yadav resigned and submitted her resignation to Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
- Her resignation came a day after controversial remarks about LPG industrialists during an ongoing cooking gas shortage.
- Yadav said gas industrialists should be “taken to court” for their role in the supply crisis.
- LPG bottlers and industry representatives condemned her statement and accused her of unfairly targeting the private sector.
