MJ Akbar, Minister of State For External Affairs, has resigned from his post in the wake of allegations of sexual harassment made by several women against him. MJ Akbar said in a statement that he would "seek justice in a court of law" in a "personal capacity". MJ Akbar said, " Since I have decided to seek justice in a court of law in my personal capacity, I deem it appropriate to step down from office and challenge false accusations levied against me, also in a personal capacity."
As many as 20 women have accused MJ Akbar of sexually harassing them when he worked as a journalist. Mr Akbar has filed a defamation case against a senior journalist, who accused him of sexual misconduct.
Here are the highlights on MJ Akbar's resignation:
"The resignation of MoS External Affairs MJ Akbar after serious charges were levelled against him by senior women journalists who worked with him is a vindication of the power of truth even if it began with one brave person speaking up," she added.
"Finally, the government has listened to the voice of women and acted accordingly. NCW welcomes the move," NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma told a news agency.
- M.J. Akbar (@mjakbar) October 17, 2018
On #MahaAshtami Devi Durga slays the demon...#MJAkbar gone....
- Saba Naqvi (@_sabanaqvi) October 17, 2018
