Shashi Tharoor questions full rendition of Vande Mataram at official events, calls it 'unnecessary imposition'

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor questioned the mandatory full recitation of Vande Mataram at every public event, deeming it an "unnecessary imposition." He emphasized that while the national song commands respect, forcing its complete rendition twice during short programs is difficult to justify.

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