Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati on Tuesday joined the opposition in calling for a high-level investigation into the allegations made in the Hindenburg Report concerning the Adani Group and SEBI chief, which has sparked renewed controversy.

The entire opposition is already demanding a probe by a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC).

In a statement posted on social media platform X, Mayawati said: “The Hindenburg report regarding the Adani Group and SEBI Chief has once again become a major topic of discussion. The accusations and counter-accusations have escalated, impacting national interests. Despite the Adani Group and SEBI’s attempts to clarify their positions, the controversy continues to grow rather than subside.”

Mayawati further noted, “This issue is now affecting not only the ongoing debate between the government and opposition but also the credibility and trustworthiness of the Central government. It would have been more prudent for the Central government to initiate a high-level investigation, such as a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) or a judicial inquiry, to address the matter effectively.”

In addition, Mayawati highlighted the need for enhanced protection and respect for women, citing recent incidents including a rape and murder in Kolkata.

“The issue of safety and respect for women in both governmental and non-governmental sectors, as well as in everyday life, is of paramount national importance. There is an urgent need for increased awareness and vigilance to prevent tragic and shameful incidents similar to that of the lady doctor in Bengal. To combat such heinous crimes nationwide, both Central and state governments must implement sensitive measures and take prompt, strict action against perpetrators,” Mayawati said.

The former chief minister if UP also expressed concern over incidents of sexual assault and murder in Bihar.

She condemned recent reports from Bihar detailing two tragic cases involving the brutal assault and murder of young Dalit girls.

In Madhubani district, an 18-year-old Dalit girl was gang-raped and murdered by Kamlesh Yadav and his associates. In Muzaffarpur district, a 14-year-old Dalit girl suffered a similar fate at the hands of Sanjay Rai (Yadav) and his accomplices.

“The Bihar state unit of BSP has expressed deep concern and sorrow over these incidents. The Bihar government is urged to take these cases very seriously and ensure strict action against all those involved, with a special focus on the protection and respect for Dalits,” Mayawati said.