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Shah, Kharge clash in parliament on Vande Mataram sparks political fireworks

New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) The Rajya Sabha on Tuesday witnessed sharp exchanges for a second day on Tuesday between the government and the Opposition as the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram transformed into a wider political confrontation.
Initiating the discussion, Home Minister Amit Shah urged Members of Parliament to inculcate the spirit of Vande Mataram among the younger generation, calling the national song a timeless symbol of India’s unity and civilisational pride. Shah said the song, which guided India’s freedom struggle, would continue to shine a light on the country's progress in the coming days.
However, the Opposition struck back sharply. Beginning his address with a ringing chant of Vande Mataram, Congress President and Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge launched a blistering counterattack, accusing the BJP of appropriating patriotic symbols while neglecting urgent national concerns.

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