The comedian Abish Mathew has apologized for the tweet he made on former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh in 2012. Twitter rarely forgives. However, social media users stumbled upon his post earlier and found it rather derogatory.
Several social media sections censured the comedian for his “casteist” and “sexist” post on Mayawati and trended #Arrest_Abish_Mathew on Twitter. There was vast indignation on social media as backlash followed. However, Abish Mathew apologized on social media and said, “I am truly sorry” for my “poorly-worded tweet.”
Here is Abish Mathew’s tweet:
Abish Mathew said “When a tweet of mine from 2012 resurfaced and I can immediately see the sexism in it,” in his statement. He additionally added that “I’d like to begin by offering an unconditional apology to women everywhere who have been hurt by my poorly-worded tweet. I’m aware that an apology can’t undo the damage caused by the misogynistic and discriminatory tone of my awful joke and for that, I am genuinely repentant.”
Abish Mathew’s tweet immediately acquires attention on social media. Many users have appreciated his sincere apology.
