Vande Mataram Row: Congress sticks to two stanzas; BJP mounts appeasement attack
The Congress party's choice to sing two stanzas of Vande Mataram sparked intense backlash from the BJP, with Union ministers accusing them of engaging in appeasement politics and being responsible for the partition. Congress leaders defended their actions by invoking historical importance, while they criticized the BJP for politicizing the issue. This controversy underscores Congress's struggle…
In a recent development, the Congress party has decided to sing only the first two stanzas of the national song, Vande Mataram, at their events. This move has sparked controversy, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accusing the Congress of appeasement towards minorities and playing into the party's strengths. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Minister JP Nadda have both criticized the Congress, alleging that the party's decision is driven by appeasement politics and contributed to the circumstances leading to the partition of the country.
The BJP has even passed a resolution condemning the Congress Working Committee's decision and launched a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about the history and significance of the national song. The Congress party has defended its stance, stating that Vande Mataram is associated with the freedom struggle and holds emotional significance for the party.
They have accused the BJP of politicizing the issue and diverting attention from other matters, such as the theft of funds for the Ram Mandir.
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