national song controversy
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.
Sonia Gandhi's 'Vande Mataram' Response Intensifies National Song Debate Between BJP and Congress
Dec 09, 2025 09:01 pm CST
On her 79th birthday, Sonia Gandhi made headlines with a simple yet powerful "Vande Mataram" message, inserting herself into an ongoing political controversy between BJP and Congress over the national song. The debate has escalated with accusations from Prime Minister Modi about Jawaharlal Nehru's stance on the song, countered by Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, highlighting deeper divisions in Indian politics ahead of upcoming elections.
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.
Rajnath Singh Confronts Opposition MPs During Heated 'Vande Mataram' Debate in Lok Sabha
Dec 09, 2025 12:31 pm CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had a heated exchange with Opposition MPs during his parliamentary speech on 'Vande Mataram', highlighting the political tension surrounding the national song. The debate featured PM Modi criticizing Congress for past treatment of the song, while Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi accused the government of raising the issue to distract from more pressing matters ahead of Bengal elections.
The 150-Year Legacy of 'Vande Mataram': India's National Song and Its Complex History
Nov 12, 2025 06:47 pm CST
Exploring the 150-year journey of India's national song 'Vande Mataram' from its composition by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875 to its controversial status today. This article examines its role in the freedom struggle, various musical interpretations, and the ongoing debate about religious sensitivities that has shaped its adoption and celebration across different political eras.
