Patna, June 16 -- Amid the political controversy surrounding Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, disrespecting BR Ambedkar, Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Monday accused him of "insulting" the Dalit icon and demanded an apology from him.

Speaking to reporters, Singh said, "RJD Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav has revealed his true mindset towards Dalits... He has insulted Babasaheb Ambedkar. He must apologise to the Dalits of the country for this act of disrespect. Not just an apology -- he should go to the banks of the Ganga and repent for his actions..."

Singh's remarks come amid an ongoing political row over Lalu Prasad Yadav's alleged disrespect toward BR Ambedkar during the former's birthday celebration, where Yadav had all...