Memorial Dispute: Congress vs. BJP Over Manmohan Singh's Last Rites

The Congress accused the BJP-led union government of mishandling arrangements for former PM Manmohan Singh's last rites and memorial, alleging a hidden agenda. Criticizing the government's lack of consultation with Singh's family or the Congress, the party demanded answers and accused the BJP of disrespecting Singh.

The Congress raised serious allegations against the union government on Sunday, claiming it failed to designate a proper space for the last rites of former PM Manmohan Singh, intending to build his memorial later. They alleged a 'hidden agenda' behind this intervention.

The Congress and Shiromani Akali Dal criticized the BJP-led government for mishandling the memorial issue. AICC General Secretary K C Venugopal stated the government's disregard and lack of consultation with Singh's family escalated tensions.

The central government defended its stance, claiming a memorial location decision was underway. BJP President J P Nadda accused the Congress of politicizing Singh's cremation, while Congress insisted on respect for Singh, the country's first Sikh Prime Minister.

(With inputs from agencies.)