Row Over Congress Remark on PM Modi; BJP Protests, Digital War Escalates
A major political clash has erupted between the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party over controversial remarks directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During an event in Patna, a retort by the Congress chief sparked sharp backlash from the ruling party, which staged nationwide protests and launched a coordinated digital campaign across state units in Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana. The Congress escalated the confrontation on social media by circulating meme videos, reiterating its stance without being defensive. BJP leaders condemned the language, alleging it stems from frustration following repeated electoral defeats and accusing the opposition of lowering the political discourse. Congress leaders maintained their ground, citing previous personal attacks by political rivals. Both sides have stepped up digital campaigns and poster wars ahead of key upcoming assembly elections.