New Delhi, Dec. 8 -- As the Lok Sabha is holding a special discussion on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla launched a sharp attack on the Congress, urging Rahul Gandhi to apologise for what he termed as "historical wrongs" committed by his family regarding the national song.

While speaking to ANI, Poonawalla said the nation would witness a "historic moment" when both Houses pay tribute to Vande Mataram, describing it as more than just a song.

"The entire nation will witness a historic moment in both Houses where a glorious tribute will be paid to Vande Mataram. It is not just a song, but a clarion call which united crores of Indians in their struggle against the British Raj, slavery, and invaders. But...