Controversy Over India's Map at Congress Meeting in Belagavi

A controversy erupted during a Congress party meeting in Belagavi, Karnataka, where posters displayed an incorrect representation of India's map. The meeting, organized to commemorate the historic Congress session of 1924, had posters omitting regions like Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan and China-controlled Aksai Chin, which are part of Jammu & Kashmir.

The BJP criticized the Congress, accusing the party of deliberately misrepresenting the Indian map. BJP leaders claimed this was part of Congress’s "vote bank politics" and alleged that the party has always undermined India’s territorial integrity. Vijayapura BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal demanded legal action against those responsible, citing violations under IPC Section 74 and the National Honour Act for publishing an incorrect map.

In response, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar acknowledged the error, stating, "If there is any mistake in the posters, we will remove them." He added that some individuals might have made an unintentional error and accused the BJP of exploiting the issue for political attacks. Shivakumar further commented, "Jealousy has no cure," dismissing the BJP’s allegations.

Meanwhile, BJP leaders launched a scathing attack on Rahul Gandhi's leadership, accusing him of siding with China and undermining the country’s unity. The issue has escalated into a major political row, with both parties trading barbs over the mishap.