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BJP and Congress Clash Over Vande Mataram Rendition at I-Day Event

BJP and Congress Clash Over Vande Mataram Rendition at I-Day Event

The Times of India2h
THE BRIEF
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The BJP accused Sonia Gandhi of objecting to the full rendition of Vande Mataram during an Independence Day event at the Congress headquarters.

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Congress leaders denied the allegation, clarifying that Gandhi was merely requesting a chair for party president Mallikarjun Kharge.

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The incident sparked a political row, with both parties trading accusations regarding their commitment to national symbols and protocol.