New Delhi, Dec. 11 -- A special discussion in the Rajya Sabha to mark the 150th year of Vande Mataram spiralled into a fierce political confrontation, dominated by sharp ideological exchanges and historical accusations. The debate saw Minister and Leader of the House, JP Nadda, robustly defending the government's stance while the Congress benches, led by LoP and president of the party Mallikarjun Kharge, raised strong objections, particularly over the repeated mention of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.
The government sought to use the anniversary to highlight the national song's patriotic significance and its alleged neglect after Independence. However, the move was immediately labelled "politically motivated" by the Opposition.
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