Controversy Erupts Over 'Vande Mataram' Amid Parliamentary Debate

Shiv Sena's Priyanka Chaturvedi criticizes government over 'Vande Mataram' controversy, urging discussions on pressing issues. Union Home Minister Amit Shah accuses Congress of historical suppression of the song. The debate highlights debates on India's national symbols and key political narratives.

The political tempest surrounding 'Vande Mataram' intensified as Shiv Sena's MP Priyanka Chaturvedi rebuked the central government for introducing the '150 years of Vande Mataram' initiative. The critique followed the government's controversial notification that initially barred MPs from chanting slogans like 'Jai Hind' and 'Vande Mataram,' which they later retracted.

Chaturvedi denounced the redirection from urgent national matters, highlighting issues such as Special Intensive Revision, unemployment, pollution, and the Goa fire tragedy. She called for extending Parliament sessions to address these critical discussions.

Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, in a Parliament session, launched a scathing critique against Congress, citing historical suppression of 'Vande Mataram' during Indira Gandhi's leadership. This confrontation reignited debates regarding India's national symbols and political narratives.

(With inputs from agencies.)