Saralnama
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Congress state president DK Shivakumar surprised the state assembly by singing the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) anthem 'Namaste Sada Vatsale Matrubhoome' during a debate on the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede. The incident occurred after BJP MLAs reminded him of his early association with the RSS, prompting Shivakumar to recite the anthem, which drew cheers from BJP members and stunned the assembly. The episode sparked political reactions as Shivakumar defended his actions and addressed accusations from BJP legislators regarding his role in the stampede incident. This event gained widespread attention due to the Congress party's historical criticism of the RSS, making Shivakumar's recital notable and viral across media platforms. (Updated 22 Aug 2025, 12:31 IST; source: link)