Speaking to reporters after a joint parliamentary committee meeting, the Wayanad MP criticised the comment as "unnecessary" and irrelevant.
"It is a ridiculous remark. He never spoke about his own cheeks. This is all unnecessary. During the elections, we should focus on the important issues facing the people of Delhi," Vadra said.
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