'Will rise for it, won't sing it': Congress MP Masood explains stand on Vande Mataram
Congress MP Imran Masood has stated that while he respects the national song Vande Mataram, he will not sing it due to his constitutional right to practice his religion. This statement follows a controversy involving senior Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Mallikarjun Kharge, who were criticized for asking for a break during the singing of Vande Mataram at the party headquarters.
Masood emphasized his right to religious freedom and reiterated his willingness to stand when Vande Mataram is recited. He urged others to promote the national song, but only if they are willing to respect his personal choice. The BJP has lodged a complaint against Sonia Gandhi over the incident, with Home Minister Amit Shah expressing anger at her alleged interference.
Sonia Gandhi, however, clarified that she was only trying to seat her party colleague Mallikarjun Kharge during the rendition of the anthem.
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