Priyanka Gandhi slams Vande Mataram debate as Modi govt's diversion tactic

• Priyanka Gandhi Vadra questioned the necessity of the Lok Sabha debate on 'Vande Mataram'.
• She alleged the government is using the debate to divert public attention from crucial issues.
• Gandhi suggested the debate is linked to upcoming West Bengal elections and an attempt to impose new accusations on freedom fighters.
• She criticized PM Modi, stating his policies are weakening the country and his self-confidence is declining.
• Gandhi called for discussions on issues like betting apps in the PMO and names in the Epstein files.

Why It Matters: It questions political motives behind symbolic debates amidst real issues.