Karnataka Defends Limiting Vande Mataram to Two Stanzas Amid BJP Criticism
Karnataka's Home Minister Priyank Kharge defended the state government's decision to limit Vande Mataram to two stanzas at official events, citing adherence to guidance from historical leaders like Gandhi and Tagore. The directive excludes events attended by top national officials. Kharge rejected BJP criticism, questioning their patriotism and contributions to India's freedom. The BJP described the move as minority appeasement, emphasizing the song's full version's significance in the freedom struggle. The Congress Working Committee supports the two-stanza approach based on a 1937 resolution.
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deccanherald broke this story on 11 Sept, 01:49 am. Other outlets followed.