The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday condemned what it called “extremely indecent language” reportedly used against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother during the Voter Adhikar Yatra rally in Darbhanga, Bihar, calling the episode “politics at its lowest.”
The row matters because it injects a personal and moral dimension into an already heated pre-election campaign: attacks invoking a leader’s deceased parent cross a widely accepted political boundary and can escalate rhetoric, polarize voters, and shift the focus from policy to character and decency in public life. Parties and authorities now face pressure to verify the footage, assign responsibility, and contain fallout ahead of Bihar’s crucial polls.
What the video shows and BJP’s response
A short clip that circulated widely on social media appears to capture party workers on a dais at a Congress-RJD event chanting abusive slogans that targeted Mr. Modi and referenced his late mother. The BJP posted on X that “from the platform of Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav’s journey, extremely indecent language was used against the late mother of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji,” calling the moment unprecedented in political vulgarity. Party spokespeople demanded an apology and accused opposition leaders of encouraging a toxic environment.
How the opposition responded
Congress sources and allied leaders moved quickly to distance senior leaders from the specific incident. Local organizers and some opposition spokespeople said the leaders named by the BJP were not standing on the stage when the chanting occurred and condemned any abusive language. Congress also said it did not condone personal attacks and pointed out that spontaneous sloganeering by individual workers can sometimes occur at mass events without central direction. Media outlets report both denials and calls for calm from the INDIA bloc.
Timeline & verification challenges
- When and where: The episode is reported to have occurred during the Voter Adhikar Yatra’s Darbhanga stop (Aug. 27–28, 2025), part of the opposition’s multi-district campaign across Bihar.
- Evidence: Coverage to date relies on short, viral videos and eyewitness posts rather than a full, authenticated recording. Journalists note differences in angles and audio clarity between clips, which complicates definitive attribution. News outlets are seeking longer footage and statements from district organizers to reconstruct the sequence.
Political context—why this escalates quickly
राहुल गांधी और तेजस्वी यादव की यात्रा के मंच से प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेंद्र मोदी जी की स्वर्गीय माताजी के लिए बेहद अभद्र भाषा का प्रयोग किया गया।
— BJP (@BJP4India) August 28, 2025
राजनीति में ऐसी नीचता पहले कभी नहीं देखी गई। यह यात्रा अपमान, घृणा और स्तरहीनता की सारी हदें पार कर चुकी है।
तेजस्वी और राहुल ने पहले…
Bihar is a politically charged battleground ahead of state elections, and the Voter Adhikar Yatra is explicitly aimed at mobilizing opposition support. In such settings, isolated incidents can be magnified into national controversies—both as a matter of genuine concern over campaign civility and as a tactical lever for opponents to demand apologies or press for disciplinary action. The BJP’s rapid amplification of the video is consistent with a strategy to frame the opposition as morally unfit to govern.
What’s next—likely developments
- Demands for apology: BJP has publicly demanded an apology from Rahul Gandhi and other named leaders; media reports suggest the party will press the issue in national forums and on social platforms.
- Verification & inquiries: Opposition organizers say they will probe the local unit and identify individuals heard in the clip; independent media will continue efforts to authenticate fuller footage.
- Electoral implications: If widely accepted as authentic, the footage could shift campaign messaging in Bihar, forcing the INDIA bloc to emphasize discipline and distancing. Conversely, if the clips are shown to be doctored or misattributed, the BJP’s charge could lose traction.
According to reports by Times of India, NDTV, The Hans India, Indian Express, and India Today, a viral video from the Voter Adhikar Yatra’s Darbhanga event appears to show abusive chants targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother; the BJP described the language as “extremely shameful” and demanded an apology, while Congress and allied leaders have publicly distanced senior figures and called for verification.
Conclusion
The Darbhanga episode underscores how a few seconds of audio or video can upend campaign narratives and inflame national politics. Responsible reporting—verifying context and sources, avoiding premature attribution, and giving parties a chance to respond—will be essential to prevent a momentary lapse from becoming a long-running grievance. For voters, the incident is a reminder to demand civility from political actors; for party leaders, it is a test of discipline and crisis management in the final stretch of a pivotal state campaign.
