‘Diwali-Eid’ row: BJP's Gaurav Bhatia challenges Kharge, Rahul; accuses Sonia of anti-Hindu mindset

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's description of Diwali as ‘Khushiyon Ki Eid’ in his November 7 festive message has triggered a political controversy. Reacting to the remark, BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia accused the Congress of appeasement and alleged that Kharge's statement hurt Hindu sentiments. Bhatia also challenged Rahul Gandhi and Kharge to describe Eid as ‘Khushiyon Ki Diwali’ when the festival arrives, escalating the political exchange.