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On December 8, 2025, K.C. Venugopal, the All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary, accused the BJP of hypocrisy regarding the Vande Mataram song and of attempting to distort Indian history. He also commented on allegations of an international mafia’s involvement in the Sabarimala gold theft, accusing the government of trying to divert attention and protect the guilty.
News Article:
Congress Leader Accuses BJP of Hypocrisy and Historical Distortion
Palakkad, India – December 8, 2025 – All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary K.C. Venugopal today launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing them of spreading “hollow propaganda” related to the Vande Mataram song and attempting to rewrite Indian history to suit their own agenda.
Speaking to the media in Palakkad, Mr. Venugopal questioned the BJP’s reverence for Vande Mataram, stating that the song is not recited in Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) shakhas. He alleged that the BJP is misinterpreting the song to gain political advantage in connection with the Bengal elections. He further accused the BJP of lacking respect for the national anthem and its author, Rabindranath Tagore. He emphasized the BJP’s lack of historical connection to the Indian independence movement and its freedom struggle songs. “The BJP’s main role is to twist and erase India’s history,” he stated.
In addition, Mr. Venugopal addressed the serious allegations made by Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala regarding the involvement of an international mafia in the Sabarimala gold theft case. He accused the government of attempting to divert public attention away from the Sabarimala issue and shielding those responsible. The Congress leader demanded a thorough and transparent investigation into the matter.
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