Mukesh Khanna Demands Vande Mataram Replace National Anthem
· India · Indian Express, Times of India
Actor-producer Mukesh Khanna has called for Vande Mataram to replace Jana Gana Mana as India's national anthem. Speaking in Kochi, Khanna reiterated his claim that the current anthem was written to praise King George V during the British era. He argued that the lyrics of Jana Gana Mana refer to the British monarch as the one who determines India's destiny. Khanna also criticized the current political climate and student protests in the country. The actor is known for his roles in television series such as Shaktimaan and Mahabharat.
Why it matters
The demand by a prominent public figure reignites a long-standing debate regarding the historical origins and national significance of India's official state symbols.
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