The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) marched to the Nagaland Assembly during the Monsoon session, demanding a resolution against the singing of Vande Mataram at official events, citing religious objections.
The BJP has strongly condemned the Congress Working Committee’s decision to restrict Vande Mataram to two stanzas at its events. In a resolution passed at its office-bearers’ meeting, the ruling party vowed to uphold the dignity of the full six-stanza version, launch a nationwide campaign to spread its significance, and educate the younger generation about its historical legacy.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari declared that singing Vande Mataram is mandatory for anyone living in the state, stressing that his government will not compromise on nationalism. Speaking at a public event in Bhawanipur, he accused Jadavpur University of fostering “anti-national” elements.
NDA leaders on Tuesday slammed AIMIM spokesperson Waris Pathan’s opposition to the proposed Vande Mataram Bill, insisting that respect for the national song is a matter of duty and responsibility. While BJP leaders called Pathan’s remarks misleading and divisive, Samajwadi Party and Congress leaders urged caution and constitutional balance.
The Vande Mataram controversy deepened as NCP-SP MP Fauzia Khan said singing the national song goes against her religious beliefs. The row follows Indore councillors refusing to sing it, sparking debate on religious freedom and whether such acts should be voluntary
