WorldPingCaptured on video during a road inspection in Tilak Nagar, Delhi, PWD Minister Parvesh Verma's unexpected slap to a young man has stirred controversy.
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WorldPingDuring a recent road inspection in Tilak Nagar, a controversial act unfolded as PWD Minister Parvesh Verma reportedly slapped a young man named Saheb, invited to report on road damages.
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