Indian minister sparks controversy by suggesting upper-caste management of tribal affairs.

Union Minister Suresh Gopi sparked controversy by suggesting that tribal affairs should be managed by upper-caste individuals, not tribal community members, during a BJP election rally. His comments were met with widespread criticism, including demands for his resignation from opposition leaders in Kerala. Gopi later said he aimed to promote equality and volunteered to take on the tribal affairs portfolio himself.

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