BJP launches protests across India over Kharge's 'baap' remark, demands apology

The BJP held protests in several Indian cities after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge made a remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s late father at an event in Patna. Congress figures defended Kharge, while BJP leaders demanded an apology.

• Kharge made the remark at a Patna event, responding to an audience member; the BJP said it was offensive and called for an apology.· 2 sources
• Protests took place in cities including Delhi, Bengaluru, Patna and Jammu; Delhi BJP said about 2,000 workers and leaders were detained and later released.· 1 source
• Congress leader Pawan Khera said Kharge was referring to Modi’s ideological rather than biological father; the report also says RJD leader Bhai Virendra described the remark as a slip of the tongue.· 1 source