Political Row Erupts Over Kharge’s Comments on Maha Kumbh

Brief: A political controversy has sparked after Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized BJP leaders for turning the Maha Kumbh’s holy dip into a “competition.” BJP leaders condemned his remarks, accusing him of attacking Sanatan Dharma. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma called Kharge’s comments “anti-Sanatan” and linked them to Rahul Gandhi’s views. The row escalated as BJP leaders demanded introspection from Congress, with Sarma urging Hindu leaders in the party to prioritize their faith over political power. Kharge’s remarks came as BJP leaders, including Amit Shah and Yogi Adityanath, took part in the Kumbh.