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Sonia Gandhi's 'poor thing' remark triggers BJP-Congress slugfest over 'disrespect to President'

IndiaTimes Friday, 31 January 2025
Sonia Gandhi's "poor thing" remark about President Murmu sparked controversy, with the BJP blaming Congress for disrespecting the President. PM Modi accused Congress of elitism and undermining marginalized communities. Congress hit back, claiming BJP disrespected the President by not inviting her to key events. The Rashtrapati Bhavan dismissed claims of the President being tired.
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