KHARGE EID REMARK

Session Unprorogued for Record 88 Days: Congress

Congress has noted the current monsoon session of Parliament has lasted a record 88 days. They accused Union home minister Amit Shah of trying to manipulate support for the delimitation bill. Congess spokesperson Jairam Ramesh expressed confidence in a united Opposition against the bill if Shah uses aggressive tactics. Additionally, Pawan Khera clarified a controversial remark made by Mallikarjun Kharge regarding festivals.

Gaurav Bhatia’s Diwali-Eid attack on Kharge; Pawan Khera hits back, challenges PM Modi to debate

Congress defends Kharge's remark on Diwali, says word 'Eid' literally means festival

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge faced criticism from BJP for referring to Diwali as 'khushiyon ka Eid'. BJP spokespersons argued that such remarks misrepresent Hindu festivals and disrespected their significance. The Congress responded, emphasising that 'Eid' simply means 'festival' and does not alter the identity of Diwali. Congress officials called the BJP's objections a display of ignorance and political opportunism.

‘Diwali-Eid’ row: BJP's Gaurav Bhatia challenges Kharge, Rahul; accuses Sonia of anti-Hindu mindset

Kharge's Diwali-Eid remark sparks political storm, BJP And Shiv Sena hit back

BJP criticises Congress president Kharge for controversial Diwali remark

BJP spokespersons have criticised Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for referring to Diwali as a 'Khushiyon Ka Eid'. They accused Kharge and Rahul Gandhi of disregarding the significance of Hindu festivals and altering their identities. The criticism emphasizes that Diwali is an essential festival with unique traditions and sanctity. BJP representatives question why Kharge would not reciprocate the sentiment by calling Eid a 'Diwali of joy'.