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Congress Leader Kharge's 'Baap' Remark Sparks Controversy
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 10:37 AM
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Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge's comment addressing Prime Minister Modi as 'baap' has ignited a firestorm of criticism from the BJP.
Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge's recent remarks directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi have caused a significant stir in Indian politics. During a public address, Kharge referred to Modi as 'baap,' a term often used in Hindi to address one's father. This seemingly innocuous comment has been met with strong condemnation from the BJP, who have accused Kharge of using language associated with 'thugs' and disrespecting the Prime Minister's position. The BJP has demanded an apology from Kharge and the Congress party for this alleged transgression. The incident has further escalated tensions between the two major political parties in India, highlighting the often heated rhetoric that characterizes their political discourse.