After a video of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar pulling a woman doctor's niqab at a public event went viral on social media, Dangal actress Zaira Wasim has voiced her frustration over the incident. Slamming the act, she demanded an apology from the CM
-1765880320251_d.png "Dangal fame Zaira Wasim slams Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for pulling doctor's niqab in viral video")
Zaira Wasim
Former Bollywood actress Zaira Wasim, best known for her role in Aamir Khan's Dangal, has criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar following a video of him from a government event in Patna went viral on the internet. In the clip, he is seen pulling down a woman doctor’s niqab while presenting her with a certificate, an act that has triggered outrage from political leaders, public figures and the general public alike.
Zaira Wasim reacts
Reacting to the video, Zaira Wasim took to X (formerly known as Twitter) and said that the incident was deeply disturbing. Penning a note, she wrote, "A woman’s dignity and modesty are not props to toy with. Least of all on a public stage."
A woman’s dignity and modesty are not props to toy with. Least of all on a public stage. As a Muslim woman, watching another woman’s niqab being pulled at so casually, accompanied by that nonchalant smile, was so infuriating.
— Zaira Wasim (@ZairaWasimmm) December 15, 2025
Power does not grant permission to violate…
She also stated that the Bihar CM owes the woman doctor an “unconditional apology." He stated. "As a Muslim woman, watching another woman’s niqab being pulled at so casually, accompanied by that nonchalant smile, was so infuriating. Power does not grant permission to violate boundaries. NitishKumar owes that woman an unconditional apology."
For the unversed, Zaira quit the Hindi film industry in 2019, citing conflicts between her work and her faith. However, she has often spoken about issues related to dignity, religion and personal choice. Earlier in October this year, she announced her marriage without revealing many details.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's viral video
The incident reportedly occurred on Monday during an official state function where the CM was distributing certificates to AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) doctors.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar pulled the veil of a woman while distributing appointment letters to Ayush practitioners. Even Deputy CM tried to stop him. He wouldn't have done this if he was in his sense. There are several such videos of him behaving awkwardly. pic.twitter.com/M3za0FkQFe
— Mohammed Zubair (@zoo_bear) December 15, 2025
In the video, the 74-year-old leader is seen gesturing to a woman doctor to remove her hijab while presenting her with a certificate. Before she could respond, Kumar reached out and pulled the niqab down from her face.
The JD(U) leader's act has also attracted political reactions. The Congress described Kumar’s actions as “shameless” while accusing him of disrespecting women in a public setting. On the other hand, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) questioned the CM's conduct and judgment. Some politicians also raised concerns over his behaviour at events. Meanwhile, the Bihar government is yet to issue an official statement or clarification regarding the viral video.
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