‘Joyous Eid’ Phrase in Diwali Wish Sparks Row Across Political Circles
New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s use of the phrase “Happy Eid” while extending Diwali greetings has triggered a political row, with the BJP accusing him of appeasement politics.
Congress leaders defended the remark, saying it was intended to promote communal harmony. Kharge had described Diwali as a festival of joy, peace and unity, urging people to overcome social divisions.
BJP leaders criticised the wording, alleging that it reflected vote-bank politics and unnecessarily linked a Hindu festival with an Islamic one. Some also targeted Rahul Gandhi, calling him the “Mir Jafar of New India”.
The controversy has drawn reactions from political leaders and social media users, with both parties defending their respective positions.
