“Terrorist” Remark Sparks Political Firestorm! Shah Defends Modi, BJP Moves EC

Brief By Hindustan Times / 11:14 AM on 22 Apr 2026

A fierce political row erupted after Mallikarjun Kharge’s “terrorist” remark targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Union Home Minister Amit Shah defended Modi, asserting he had curbed terrorism. The BJP approached the Election Commission, seeking action against Kharge. The Congress clarified Kharge meant misuse of power, not literal terrorism, intensifying the ongoing war of words.