Amid an uproar by the Opposition MLAs over his remarks in the House, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Shanti Dhariwal tendered an apology saying it was "a slip of tongue".

The BJP, however, shouted slogans against him and demanded his resignation. "It was a slip of tongue. I feel sorry for that. I wanted to say something for the desert state. I personally respect women and will continue to do so. If my comments have hurt anyone, I apologise," Dhariwal said.