Amrita Warring defends husband's 'sexist' comments; fires back at Ravneet Bittu

As the political rivalry between Ludhiana MP Amrinder Singh Raja Warring and BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu intensified over “gender-biased comments”, Amrita Warring released a video defending her husband.

Amrita Warring, in the video, has lashed out at Ravneet Singh Bittu asking him to refrain from making such statements as "it does not go down well with his profile in union ministry".

"From 6 am to 11 pm, Amrita is always present with the people, this is what he (Raja Warring) was trying to convey... with humour and jokingly," said Amrita Warring.

"Bittu brother, I want to tell you that this is not the first time that Raja ji spoke like this. We both speak from our heart and don't read out a given written speech. People know and understand what we want to tell them. Raja ji just wanted to say something in a funny way. You have become a minister after losing the election, but don't understand what he is saying. Raja ji has always supported me even in my NGO - Aasra foundation. When I got the Congress ticket, you said Raja is promoting nepotism. What is your problem? What I am in politics today is because of Raja ji. He has taught me, brought me into politics as none from my family was into it. I think you don't like the idea of a woman contesting elections. I would like to write a letter to Prime Minister and Home Minister that what kind of man they have made a minister. A man having such mentality should not be on such a big post."

Warring had recently at a public meeting in Gidderbaha said, “My wife hits the ground (for her election campaign) daily after getting ready at 6 am and returns at 11 pm…. She is away from me now…. Please arrange a cook for me who can prepare food. After a few days (once Assembly bypoll results come), she will get busy with other functions. I won’t get to meet her then even for two minutes.” The video has gone viral on social media.

Reacting to it, Bittu said, “Condemning Raja Warring’s remarks is essential because his statement not only disrespects his own wife but also exposes a mindset that undervalues and stereotypes women’s contributions in society. Such remarks are harmful as they diminish the hard work, independence and resilience of countless women who balance their professional and personal lives daily. Comments like these reinforce outdated gender norms, making it more difficult for women to pursue their goals without facing stigma or judgment. It’s crucial to challenge and call out these attitudes to ensure respect and equality for all women in the workplace and beyond.”