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News1802-02-2026, 12:51

BJP Accuses Congress of Renaming Gandhi Ward to Nehru Nagar in Bengaluru

  • BJP MLA Suresh Kumar accused Congress of 'conditional love' for Mahatma Gandhi, citing a ward renaming in Bengaluru.
  • Kumar claimed 'Gandhi Nagar' ward was changed to 'Nehru Nagar', alleging Congress uses Gandhi's name only for political gain.
  • This accusation comes amidst Congress's protest against the Centre for renaming MGNREGA to VB-G RAM G Act, 2025.
  • Congress alleges the BJP-led NDA government is undermining MGNREGA by removing Gandhi's name.
  • BJP rejects allegations, stating scheme objectives are unchanged and accuses Congress of misleading the public.

Why It Matters: BJP and Congress clash over Mahatma Gandhi's legacy amid renaming controversies and political accusations.

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