Dhami Slams Kharge: Demands Apology Over Remarks on PM Modi's Father
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami slams Mallikarjun Kharge for derogatory remarks about PM Modi's father and demands an immediate public apology.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has launched a scathing attack on Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, demanding an immediate public apology following allegedly derogatory comments made about the late father of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The controversy, which erupted after a recent event in Patna, has ignited a fierce political storm across the country.
A Decline in Political Decorum
Taking to the social media platform X on October 25, 2026, CM Dhami expressed his strong indignation, asserting that the political culture of the Congress party has plummeted to a level where personal insults have replaced civil discourse. He argued that targeting the family members of a Prime Minister is a violation of basic civil decorum.
Dhami did not stop at Kharge, extending his criticism to the broader Congress leadership, specifically targeting Rahul Gandhi. He questioned the current trajectory of the party, pointing out a recurring pattern of disparaging remarks directed at the Prime Minister. The Chief Minister recalled previous instances where the PM was labeled a 'chaiwala' or a 'saudagar of death,' suggesting that such rhetoric is systemic within the party.
The 'Devbhoomi' Honor at Stake
Beyond the remarks regarding the Prime Minister, CM Dhami also brought up a separate but equally volatile issue concerning the regional pride of Uttarakhand. He challenged the Congress to clarify its position on statements allegedly made by Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who reportedly referred to the people of Uttarakhand as 'infiltrators.'
Dhami emphasized that Uttarakhand is not just a state but the 'Devbhoomi' (Land of Gods) and 'Veerbhoomi' (Land of Braves). He stated that calling its residents infiltrators is a direct affront to the state's rich history and the honor of its people.
"Uttarakhand is the Devbhoomi and Veerbhoomi; such remarks are a direct affront to the state's honor and history."
Widespread Condemnation and Protests
The backlash has not been limited to the Uttarakhand government. Dr. Ganesh Upadhyay, General Secretary of the Uttarakhand Congress, surprisingly echoed the concerns regarding Akhilesh Yadav's comments, admitting that they have hurt the sentiments of the residents of the state.
On a national scale, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has decided to take the fight to the streets. The party has announced nationwide protests starting October 26, 2026, to condemn the statements made by Mallikarjun Kharge.
Adding to the pressure, high-profile leaders including Union Minister Ramdas Athawale and Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya have condemned the remarks, describing them as an insult not only to the Prime Minister's family but to the nation and its citizens as a whole.
Legal Heat in Patna
The fallout from the Patna event has already moved beyond political rhetoric. A formal complaint has been filed against Mallikarjun Kharge in the city, as the legal ramifications of his reported comments begin to unfold alongside the political firestorm.