Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress and its allies for their disapproval of his participation in Ganesh Puja at the residence of Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud. Modi compared their criticism to the divisive tactics used by British colonial rulers, emphasizing the historical significance of Ganesh Utsav in India's freedom struggle as initiated by Bal Gangadhar Tilak. He highlighted the unity and collective conscience fostered by Ganesh Utsav, which transcends caste and social divides. Modi accused the Congress of spreading societal poison and hatred, particularly pointing to an incident in Karnataka where an idol of Lord Ganesh was allegedly placed behind bars. The Prime Minister launched the Subhadra Yojana in Odisha, providing financial assistance to over 1 crore women. He also commemorated Hyderabad Liberation Day, lauding Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s role in uniting the country.