Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over Misuse of 'Vande Mataram'

Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP for exploiting 'Vande Mataram' as a political tool. He emphasized its historical role in uniting India during the freedom struggle and cautioned against using it to impose beliefs. Yadav stressed the song's enduring power to evoke national pride.

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav has launched a scathing attack on the BJP, accusing them of exploiting 'Vande Mataram' as a political instrument.

Speaking in the Lok Sabha during a discussion marking the 150th anniversary of the song, Yadav underscored its historic significance in unifying India during its freedom struggle.

He warned against using the song to enforce personal beliefs, highlighting its power to evoke pride and unity among the people, a sentiment he claims is diminished by divisive forces replicating colonial strategies.

(With inputs from agencies.)