Bigg Boss 16: ‘Neech jati ke log’ comment of Vikkas Mantala lands him in soup; apologises

In the latest episode of Bigg Boss 16 contestant Vikkas Mantala apologised to Archana Gautam for his ‘neech jati ke log comment’.

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He had made this comment earlier this week.

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Archana and Vikkas got into a nasty fight about the tea pan being left on the stove.

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The fight quickly spiralled out of control.

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Leading to Archana pouring hot water into the kitchen.

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Vikkas referred to Archana as "Neech jati ke log."

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Gautam, former actress-turned-politician took this personally.

The Salman Khan hosted show makers explained to them that it does not condone insults or discriminatory remarks.

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Vikkas apologised on Friday in the confession room saying, “Mere niyat kisi ko galat bolne ke liye nahi thi.”

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On top of all this, a letter was sent to Maharashtra government, state police, the Information & Broadcasting Ministry, Viacom 18 Media Pvt Ltd, Colors TV, and Endemol India Pvt. Ltd. informing the parties of the suo-moto cognizance taken on the matter.

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"This is an offense punishable under SC/ST Act, and the Commission has decided to investigate the matter in pursuance of the powers conferred upon it under Article 338 of the Constitution of India (sic)."

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The Commission further urged the entities to take action against Vikkas within seven days.

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