CPI(M) MP Demands Withdrawal of Vande Mataram Protection Bill, Citing Constitutional Concerns
On July 20, 2026, the Centre will begin the Monsoon Session of Parliament by listing the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, seeking statutory protection for Vande Mataram. The bill aims to punish acts obstructing or insulting the national song with imprisonment up to three years. CPI(M) MP John Brittas has written to Mr. Shah demanding withdrawal of the bill, arguing it departs from constitutional settlement and lacks legal parity with the National Anthem.
11 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
President Murmu signed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, into law, criminalizing disruption or prevention of singing Vande Mataram.
21 AUG 2026
— NDTV
The NDA government's amendment to the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act sparked controversy over the song Vande Mataram and its performance.
23 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
BJP general secretary Smriti Irani challenged Rahul Gandhi to support women's reservation and a full rendition of Vande Mataram by urging him to honor his words.
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