Vande Mataram inspired freedom fighters, says Kishan Reddy 2025

Union minister Kishan Reddy said Vande Mataram inspired freedom fighters against the British Raj and Razakars, invoking Telangana’s liberation history. Speaking in 2025, he called the song a unifying appeal to courage and patriotism, urging youth to honour sacrifices, preserve heritage, and resist divisive politics, as supporters hailed the remarks and critics sought nuanced context, amid ongoing Telangana political debate.