Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s remark in Patna—after an audience member questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s future—triggers a political controversy, with the BJP calling it indecent and attacking the dignity of Modi’s family. The incident occurs at an event marking the 139th birth anniversary of Bihar’s first chief minister, Dr Krishna Singh (Sri Babu). The moment nearly escalates into a scuffle, and Congress workers are reported to have assaulted the person who interrupted the speech.
The remark also sits within a broader political exchange: Kharge criticises the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, calling for an immediate halt and changes to how future elections are held. BJP leaders respond by filing a police complaint and framing the language used by Congress as “goons and hooligans” and “mafia” politics. Congress and related voices say the interruption led to part of Kharge’s longer statement being heard.
Across outlets, coverage centres on the BJP’s reaction—complaint and nationwide protests—while varying in emphasis. Some lead with the legal complaint details, others foreground the protest plan or include broader debate about electoral-roll revision and “second war of independence” remarks.
