
Jul 17, 2026
✦Hindustan Times
MLA Pratima Bagri's SC status upheld by committee, 'Rajput' allegation rejected
A caste scrutiny committee said BJP MLA Pratima Bagri belongs to the Scheduled Caste Bagri community. The committee rejected claims from Congress leader Pradeep Ahirwar that she is a Rajput. Officials verified her records and certificates, concluding the complaint lacked proof. The order said, "The complaint is rejected and the case disposed of."