Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay
Mamata Banerjee Demands PM Modi's Apology for 'Disrespecting' Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay
Dec 09, 2025 09:48 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has demanded an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for referring to Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, author of the national song Vande Mataram, as "Bankim da" in Parliament. The controversy has intensified political tensions between TMC and BJP ahead of upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, with Banerjee accusing the BJP of consistently undermining Bengal's cultural icons and freedom fighters.
Amit Shah Challenges Priyanka Gandhi on Vande Mataram Debate: Historical Politics and National Identity Clash in Parliament
Dec 09, 2025 05:24 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Congress leaders engaged in a heated parliamentary exchange over the Vande Mataram discussion. While Shah defended the national song's historical significance beyond Bengal and accused former Prime Ministers of divisive appeasement, Congress representatives led by Priyanka Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge claimed the debate was politically motivated with upcoming Bengal elections in mind, highlighting their party's historical connection to the national song.
Bankim Chandra's Family Praises PM Modi's Recognition of 'Vande Mataram' Legacy on 150th Anniversary
Dec 09, 2025 01:39 am CST
The family of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, composer of India's National Song 'Vande Mataram', has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for commemorating the song's 150th anniversary. Grandson Sajal Chattopadhyay expressed disappointment with the West Bengal government for neglecting his grandfather's legacy while calling for greater recognition nationwide through institutions similar to those honoring Rabindranath Tagore.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's Legacy Neglected: Great Grandson Speaks Out on 150th Anniversary of Vande Mataram
Nov 28, 2025 08:39 pm CST
As India prepares to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's great grandson speaks out about the neglect of the Bengal icon's legacy. The national song's author remains underrecognized despite his significant contributions to India's freedom struggle and cultural heritage, creating tension between central and state political perspectives on his historical importance.