A recent photograph of Lakshmi Rajwade, Chhattisgarh’s Minister for Women and Child Development, has ignited a controversy. The image shows her planting rice seedlings while seated on a chair in a field, leading to widespread criticism and online mockery. While some found humor in the situation, others were critical of the minister’s approach, particularly when contrasted with the other women present, who were not using chairs.
In response to the criticism, Rajwade defended her actions, highlighting her years of experience in farming and accusing the opposition of creating unnecessary controversy. Representing the Bhatgaon constituency as a BJP MLA, Rajwade is the youngest minister in the current government. She secured a significant victory in the 2023 assembly elections, winning by a large margin.