BJP slams Congress over Vande Mataram remarks, labels it ‘new Muslim League’

A senior BJP leader publicly rebuked the Congress for its recent comments on the national song Vande Mataram, describing the stance as an attempt to dilute patriotic sentiment. The leader warned that such rhetoric echoed the tactics of a “new Muslim League”, a phrase historically used to criticize communal politics.
The Congress had earlier defended its position, stating that the song should be sung without coercion and that dissent over its usage does not equate to anti‑national behaviour.
BJP officials seized the opportunity to portray the opposition as out of touch with mainstream Indian values, urging party workers to highlight the issue in upcoming rallies.
Political analysts note that the exchange reflects the growing cultural flashpoint between the two parties ahead of the next electoral cycle, with Vande Mataram once again becoming a barometer of nationalist sentiment.
No official response from the Congress spokesperson has been recorded as of the latest reports.