BJP slams Kharge's 'khushiyon ki Eid' remark, accuses Congress of appeasement politics

New Delhi, Nov 9 (UNI) The BJP on Monday accused the Congress of appeasement politics after party president Mallikarjun Kharge described Diwali as "Eid of happiness", calling it a reflection of "anti-Hindu mindset" and aimed at securing vote-bank support ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Addressing media persons, BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia called Kharge a "remote-controlled president" and alleged that his remarks reflected the "real mindset" of Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. "This is the DNA of the Congress party, blatant appeasement of the Muslim community, even during a festival that represents joy, happiness and inclusiveness," Bhatia said.…