BJP used Ram’s name for political gains, AAP true Sanatani: Kejriwal
Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal has accused the BJP of exploiting Lord Ram's name for political gain while failing to show genuine devotion. He further alleged that the BJP has been involved in the misappropriation of temple donations and contrasted this with his party's efforts to promote Sanatan values through pilgrimages and religious events.
Why it matters
This rhetoric highlights the intensifying competition between major Indian political parties to claim the 'Sanatani' identity, signaling that religious symbolism will remain a central pillar of political discourse in upcoming electoral cycles.
Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday (July 1, 2026) alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party has only used Lord Ram’s name for political gains and claimed that the AAP is the true sanatani and has worked with genuine devotion towards its values.
The article provides a direct report of a press conference, accurately quoting the opposition leader's allegations against the ruling party without endorsing the claims or adding external editorial commentary.
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