Union Minister Chirag Paswan expressed concern on August 29, 2026, regarding the 'purification' ritual performed at the site of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's recent rally.
Paswan criticized Rahul Gandhi for his response to the incident, suggesting that the Congress leader is engaging in divisive politics rather than addressing the core issue.
The controversy has intensified as BJP leaders and Congress workers continue to trade accusations over the ritual, which followed a rally in Uttarakhand.