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Bhagwat's 'true independence' remark akin to treason: Rahul Gandhi

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 15 January 2025
Rahul Gandhi called RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remark that true independence came with the Ayodhya temple inauguration as 'treason,' challenging the Constitution and freedom struggle's significance. Gandhi accused BJP-RSS of capturing institutions and undermining India's historical struggle. Congress president Kharge condemned Bhagwat's statement, asserting RSS-BJP's lack of participation in the freedom struggle and their overemphasis on the Ayodhya temple.
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