Davangere, March 31 -- Framing the controversy as part of a broader narrative of political messaging and social influence, Congress leader Mohammed Nalapad on Tuesday pushed back against a cleric's appeal urging voters not to support the party, questioning both the intent and the authority behind such statements.
Addressing mediapersons in Davangere, Nalapad said that public figures must exercise caution while making statements that could influence communities, adding that not every voice projecting religious identity necessarily represents informed or responsible guidance. He warned against remarks that could mislead society.
The cleric's remarks, calling for voters not to support Congress, came in the wake of political developments surr...