Priyanka Gandhi’s ‘Cow Urine Expert’ Remark Triggers Heated Lok Sabha Clash

Cloud TV Desk: A heated political confrontation erupted in the Lok Sabha after Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised the Centre’s newly constituted education reform panel and referred to one of its members as a “cow urine expert”. Although she did not name anyone directly, the remark was widely interpreted as referring to Professor V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras. The statement drew immediate protests from BJP members, with senior BJP MP Anurag Thakur leading the counterattack.

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Priyanka Questions Education Reform Panel

Speaking during the debate on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, Priyanka Gandhi argued that forming new committees would not solve India’s examination crisis. She said earlier recommendations had remained unimplemented and criticised the composition of the latest reform panel, mentioning that it included a former Intelligence Bureau chief, an IT company owner and a “cow urine expert.”

Why Professor V. Kamakoti Became the Focus

Professor V. Kamakoti has previously spoken about research suggesting possible medicinal properties of cow urine. His remarks had attracted national attention and criticism in the past. Kamakoti defended his position by citing peer-reviewed scientific papers that, according to him, discussed antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. His comments have remained a subject of public debate within scientific and political circles.

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BJP Hits Back in Parliament

Responding strongly, BJP MP Anurag Thakur accused Priyanka Gandhi of insulting one of India’s distinguished academicians. He defended Professor Kamakoti’s credentials and criticised the Congress leader’s remarks, triggering another round of heated exchanges in the House. The episode has added a fresh political dimension to the debate over education reforms and public examinations.

The controversy has since extended beyond Parliament, with leaders from both parties defending their positions. While the Congress maintains that the government should focus on implementing meaningful education reforms, the BJP argues that respected scientists and educators should not be subjected to political ridicule. The incident has once again highlighted the increasingly sharp political exchanges during the ongoing Monsoon Session.