Memorial Politics: BJP-Congress Clash Over Manmohan Singh's Last Rites

BJP president J P Nadda criticized Congress for politicizing the alleged mistreatment of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's last rites, accusing them of 'cheap tactics.' Nadda emphasized that the BJP government under Modi has allocated space for Singh's memorial, despite Congress claims of disrespect.

In a political storm, BJP president J P Nadda accused Congress of exploiting the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for political gains, a move he described as 'cheap politics.' He clarified that the central government has designated a space for Singh's memorial, countering Congress's accusations of disrespect.

Nadda's statement was in response to Congress criticisms that Singh's last rites were held at Nigambodh Ghat instead of a designated memorial area. The BJP leader argued that Congress often overlooked Singh's contributions during his lifetime, only to feign respect following his demise.

The controversy has reignited debates about how the country honors its leaders posthumously. Nadda pointed out that the Modi government has worked to honor past leaders with initiatives like the Prime Ministers Museum, highlighting perceived partialities in Congress's historical memorializations.

(With inputs from agencies.)