I think that is an unnecessary imposition.
Editor's note · Context
Criticizing the requirement to sing all five verses of Vande Mataram.
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Deeply shocking to read this official US statement, which contains absolutely no expression of regret or condolence for the loss of innocent Indian lives. How can a “friend” and strategic partner be so deeply insensitive?
It may ultimately have to be adjudicated because there is no law passed by Parliament requiring this. It is more a matter of convention.
I can understand singing it once during ceremonial occasions involving the President, Vice-President or Prime Minister. But singing the entire song twice during a short programme is difficult to understand.
The government, which is headed by Prime Minister Modi, has an overall responsibility. This must never happen again. This is not the first time, but it must be the last time.





