The Economic Times

Sonia Gandhi's gestures during full 'Vande Mataram' at Independence Day event spark row

Sonia Gandhi gestured during Vande Mataram at the Congress headquarters function. She reportedly sought a chair for party president Mallikarjun Kharge. The incident went viral, drawing criticism from the BJP party. Congress explained the gestures were for Kharge's comfort and not obstruction. Meanwhile, Kerala skipped the national song at its official Independence Day event.