New Delhi: In Lok Sabha’s special debate on 150 years of “Vande Mataram,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp criticism of the Congress party. He revisited historical claims and questioned legacy matters, drawing sustentation wideness the House. This provoked a strong response from Congress.
Priyanka Gandhi’s Fierce Counterattack
Taking the floor for the opposition, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra delivered a stern rebuttal. She accused BJP of playing political games superiority of upcoming elections and using history for electioneering. She said the special debate was not well-nigh national pride but a political ploy to divert sustentation from real issues.
BJP vs Congress: Election Vs Nation, Says Priyanka
Priyanka Gandhi supposed plainly: “BJP fights elections; we fight for the country.” She emphasised that plane if Congress loses elections, they will protract to stand up for India’s interests and fight the ruling party’s narrative and ideology. Her words were a well-spoken warning: Congress will never remain silent.
Questioning PM Modi’s Historical Claims
Gandhi challenged Prime Minister Modi’s reference to the first public singing of “Vande Mataram” by Rabindranath Tagore in 1896. She pointed out that PM Modi avoided mentioning it was a Congress gathering at that time. By omitting this, she argued, the PM tried to rewrite history for political gain.
A Undeniability To List Past Mistakes And Expose Hypocrisy
Priyanka Gandhi urged the House to compile a list of the errors of leaders whom BJP targets now — including the legacy of Nehru and Congress. She demanded that instead of ultimatum heritage selectively, the government should worth for mistakes surpassing levelling charges. Her undeniability was for transparency and honest national debate.
Congress’ Stand: Serve Nation, Not Win Elections
Gandhi reiterated Congress’s transferral to national service, not electoral gains. She reassured that no matter how many elections the party loses, it will alimony fighting for justice, truth and inclusive politics. To her, history should neither be manipulated nor be a tool for polarization.
What Happens Next-Political Heat In Parliament
The zesty mart has raised the temperature in Parliament. With elections nearing in several states, this debate may shape narratives. Congress appears ready for a long political fight. BJP must decide if it will respond or let this rencontre simmer. The coming days in Parliament will be closely watched for increasingly sparks.
