Controversy Erupts Over AIMIM Walkout During Vande Mataram in Assembly
The recent walkout by AIMIM members during the full rendition of Vande Mataram in the assembly has ignited a fierce backlash from BJP leaders. Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar condemned the act as a direct insult to India's national song and patriotism. The BJP's N.V. Subhash labeled the incident as a serious affront to national values, questioning AIMIM's loyalty to the country. This controversy raises significant concerns about respect for national symbols and the implications of political actions on public sentiment. As the debate unfolds, the actions of AIMIM are scrutinized, revealing deeper issues of allegiance and identity within the political landscape.
Mar 17, 2026, 13:23 IST
Minister Criticizes AIMIM's Walkout
The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, has strongly condemned the walkout by AIMIM members during the full rendition of Vande Mataram in the assembly. This incident occurred at the commencement of the budget session. However, the AIMIM representatives returned by the time the national anthem was played. Sanjay Kumar expressed his disapproval on social media, labeling the walkout as a direct insult to India's national song and to Mother India.
Accusations of Disrespect
The BJP leader stated that this walkout is an affront to the national anthem, revealing AIMIM's disdain for Indian customs and patriotic sentiments. He emphasized that this act is not merely a protest but an attempt to tarnish national honor, exposing the party's true nature to the public. Sanjay Kumar remarked that this is not just a protest; it is a blatant insult to the national anthem and the spirit of our homeland. He questioned why AIMIM harbors such aversion to Indian symbols, asserting that their true face has been unveiled.
BJP's Strong Response
In a separate statement, N.V. Subhash, the chief spokesperson for the BJP in the state, condemned the act as deeply reprehensible and an affront to national and constitutional values. He expressed shock that a party, which repeatedly claims that the constitution is under threat, would show such blatant disregard for one of the country's most sacred national symbols. Meanwhile, Prakash Reddy, speaking to a news agency, expressed profound disappointment, stating that the AIMIM legislators not only disrespected the people of Telangana and Hyderabad but also insulted the entire nation.
Public Outcry
He further stated that they have been exposed before the public, and their boycott of the Vande Mataram song in the Telangana assembly is a clear indication of their disrespect. Reddy firmly believes that this is an insult to the nation and its people, asserting that they lack faith in India and are only loyal to Islam, not to the country or the constitution.