Row over Nana Patole Supporters Washing His Feet; BJP Says It Reflects 'Congress Culture'
- A video showed two men washing Congress leader Nana Patole's feet on Guru Purnima as a mark of respect, which Patole explained were young family members who acted voluntarily and he did not ask them to do so.
- The BJP criticized the act as reflective of 'Congress culture' and said it invites criticism and negative publicity.
- Patole dismissed the BJP's criticism, stating they have no right to lecture others on culture and traditions and referenced a previous Ram temple theft controversy.
- This incident follows past controversies involving Patole, including comparisons of Rahul Gandhi to Lord Ram, which also drew criticism from the BJP.
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After viral feet-washing row, Nana Patole says, ‘Don’t usually approve of this’
Countering the ridiculing 'Congress culture' remarks by the BJP, Nana Patole said he does not need culture or tradition lessons from those who shielded the individuals involved in the Ram Temple theft case.
Row over Nana Patole supporters washing his feet; BJP says it reflects 'Congress culture'
In the video that has gone viral on social media, two of Nana Patole's supporters could be seen washing the Congress leader's feet on Gurupurnima. However, the BJP has attacked the Congress over it, saying the video reflects the culture of the grand old party.
‘Culture of Congress leaders’: BJP minister slams Nana Patole feet-washing video
A video shows Nana Patole supporters washing his feet during Gurupurnima celebrations. Maharashtra revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule criticized this Congress party practice. Bawankule stated it is the culture of Congress leaders to indulge in such acts. He questioned why they engage in practices that only bring criticism. The incident has drawn attention and political criticism on social media.
Cong leader Patole's supporters wash his feet on 'Gurupurnima'; 'shows their culture', says BJP minister
Mumbai, Aug 2 (PTI) A video showing supporters of senior Maharashtra Congress leader Nana Patole purportedly washing his feet on the occasion of Gurupurnima has prompted state minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule to ridicule the opposition party over its “culture”. “It is the culture of Congress leaders to indulge in such activities. They should have learnt lessons […]
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