BJP stages protest in Chennai demanding apology from Congress chief over remarks on Prime Minister

BJP workers in Tamil Nadu gathered in Chennai on Monday to protest against Congress leader Mallikharjun Kharge for his recent remarks directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The demonstrators raised slogans against the opposition leader and demanded an unconditional apology.

Leaders Speak Out

Former Telangana Governor and senior BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan addressed the protesting party members and strongly condemned the statements made by Mr. Kharge. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu BJP State unit president Nainar Nagenthran, who is currently visiting the United States, posted his criticism online and similarly asked the Congress chief to say sorry.

Context

This demonstration formed part of a wider series of protests organized by the ruling party at the national level. Political parties frequently use street demonstrations and public rallies to register strong disapproval of remarks made by rival leaders during political disputes.