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Vande Mataram row: Is Congress taking a calculated gamble or walking into BJP's trap?

Times of India - India · 25 August 2026 at 3:57 pm

Vande Mataram row: Is Congress taking a calculated gamble or walking into BJP's trap?

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 to navigate its revival strategy amidst opposing pressures.

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