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A video of Deshpande’s remark to the woman journalist has been widely shared on social media, drawing strong criticism from users
Karnataka Congress MLA RV Deshpande. (File photo via X/@RV_Deshpande)
A remark by senior Karnataka Congress MLA RV Deshpande during a public interaction has sparked outrage after he made a casual comment to a woman journalist asking about the lack of hospital facilities in the Joida taluk of Uttara Kannada.
When the journalist pointed out that pregnant women in the area were struggling due to the absence of a hospital, Deshpande replied with a smile and a wink, “Don’t worry, we’ll get yours done elsewhere.”
Taken aback, the journalist sought clarification. The MLA, however, repeated the remark, saying, “When it’s time for your delivery, we will get it done.”
The journalist further told Deshpande that the region urgently needed a hospital and asked him to ensure it is built during his current term. The MLA responded with a brief “okay” but did not make any commitment, NDTV reported.
A video of Deshpande’s remark to the woman journalist has been widely shared on social media, drawing strong criticism from users.
Radha Hiregoudar (journalist) : When will you build a proper hospital for the Uttara Kannada region?R V Deshpande : I will do it during your delivery.
Such an irresponsible statement. Shame !pic.twitter.com/e54WoFcjUm
— 🇮🇳 Madhukumar.V.P🇮🇳 (@MadhukumarVP1) September 2, 2025
Deshpande is the MLA from Haliyal in Uttara Kannada and a former state minister.
Political Reactions Pour In
Reacting to the remark, the BJP criticised it as disrespectful and insulting.
BJP spokesperson Vijay Prasad said, “Insulting mothers and women is not politics, it’s moral bankruptcy. (Leader of the Opposition) Rahul Gandhi talks about love and respect but his leaders spread hate. This double speak must be exposed. Congress’ politics is about insult, abuse and family attacks… They speak today, deny tomorrow and repeat the next week.”
The JanataDal (Secular) also shared a video of the remark and condemned the Congress leader for insulting the dignity of women, demanding an apology.
In a post, the JDS wrote, “To a senior journalist who asked for a super-specialty hospital for the district, you respond with “Let it be your delivery”? Is this the respect you show to women?”
” @RV_Deshpande ಅವರೇ ನಿಮ್ಮದು ಅದೆಂತಹ ಕೀಳು ಮನಸ್ಥಿತಿ ?ಜಿಲ್ಲೆಗೆ ಒಂದು ಸೂಪರ್ ಸ್ಪೆಷಾಲಿಟಿ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆ ಕಲ್ಪಿಸಿಕೊಡಿ ಅಂತ ಪ್ರಶ್ನೆಮಾಡಿದ ಹಿರಿಯ ಪತ್ರಕರ್ತೆಗೆ “ನಿನ್ನ ಹೆರಿಗೆಯಾಗಲಿ” ಎನ್ನುವುದು, ನೀವು ಸ್ತ್ರೀಯರಿಗೆ ಕೊಡುವ ಗೌರವವೇ ?
ಹಿರಿಯ ಶಾಸಕರಾಗಿರುವ ದೇಶಪಾಂಡೆ ಅವರೇ, ನಿಮ್ಮ ಈ ಉದ್ಧಟತನ ಮಾತುಗಳು ಮಹಿಳೆಯರ ಕುಲಕ್ಕೆ… pic.twitter.com/aEpTgeRzQZ
— Janata Dal Secular (@JanataDal_S) September 2, 2025
“As a senior legislator, Mr. Deshpande, your arrogant words are an insult to the dignity of women. Apologize immediately to that female journalist,” the party added.
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