Parliament passes Vande Mataram bill

Published 30 July 2026 · politics

Parliament passed the Prevention of Insults to Honour Bill on Thursday. This amendment extends legal protection to the national song Vande Mataram. The DMK opposed

Parliament passed the Prevention of Insults to Honour Bill on Thursday. This amendment extends legal protection to the national song Vande Mataram. The DMK opposed the bill, citing concerns about national division and imposition. The BJP defended the amendment, emphasizing respect for the complete Vande Mataram song. This action places Vande Mataram on par with the national anthem for legal protection.

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