‘Jana Gana Mana cannot be national anthem’: Mukesh Khanna demands ‘Vande Mataram’ replace it
Actor and producer Mukesh Khanna has reignited the debate over India's national anthem by advocating for Vande Mataram to replace Jana Gana Mana. He argues that Jana Gana Mana, composed during the British era, should not be the anthem as it was written with King George V in mind. Mukesh contends that Jana Gana Mana's lyrics, which refer to India's destiny being determined by a ruler, imply a connection to British rule.
He asserts that Vande Mataram, a song of devotion to the motherland, should be elevated in national significance. Khanna also criticized the Cockroach Janta Party and student protests, suggesting that political parties are exploiting student issues for their own gain.
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