Posted 3/31/2024, 3:00:00 PM
Controversy Erupts as PM Modi Remains Seated During President Murmu's Bharat Ratna Ceremony
- President Murmu confers Bharat Ratna on L.K. Advani; PM Modi present but does not stand
- Opposition Congress alleges PM disrespected President by not standing, shows anti-women & anti-Dalit mentality
- Congress says this is not the first time PM has insulted President Murmu
- RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav also criticizes PM for not standing during ceremony
- Experts say PM was following Rashtrapati Bhavan protocol that has President & recipient standing, other guests seated