BJP councillors alleged to disrupt Vande Mataram, complaint seeks police inquiry
A complaint has been submitted to the Thrissur City Police Commissioner seeking an inquiry into alleged disruption of Vande Mataram during Thrissur Corporation’s Independence Day celebrations on August 15. The complaint, alleging obstruction and disrespect towards the national song by eight BJP-elected councillors, states that officials left the venue and attempts were made to interrupt through announcements. Complainants urge immediate investigation, including examination of video recordings and witness statements.
18 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Amit Shah's claims of Congress's lack of patriotism, reminding him of Shah's childhood when Kharge first became an MLA.
— The Hindu
The BJP accused the Congress of disrespecting the national anthem, Vande Mataram, at its Delhi headquarters on Independence Day.
19 AUG 2026
— NDTV
The Congress revised its performance of Vande Mataram, singing only the first two stanzas, prompting the BJP to criticize the decision as an insult to the national song.
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