PM Modi’s stern message to ministers amid INDIA-Bharat row

Mangalore Today News Network

New Delhi, Sept 7, 2023: In the wake of a huge "Bharat vs India" political row just ahead of the upcoming G20 Summit in New Delhi scheduled to be held on September 9 and 10, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is reported to have delivered a stern message to his Council of Ministers, instructing them not to comment on the issue event unless authorized. Sources quoted the PM as telling his ministers ’’not to comment’’ on the controversial topic. This was also possibly the first time that PM Modi is believed to have discussed the subject with his ministers.

During a recent Council of Ministers meeting, Prime Minister Modi emphasized that only authorized individuals should represent the government at the G20 Summit. Additionally, specific instructions were issued regarding transportation to the dinner scheduled for September 9.

During a recent Council of Ministers meeting, Prime Minister Modi emphasized that only authorized individuals should represent the government at the G20 Summit. Additionally, specific instructions were issued regarding transportation to the dinner scheduled for September 9.

In line with these directives, Chief Ministers invited to the dinner will also adhere to strict transportation protocols, arriving at the Parliament House complex in their own vehicles before boarding buses to the event venue. Ministers and Chief Ministers are expected to arrive at the Parliament House complex for dinner by 5:50 pm, with plans to reach the venue by 6:30 pm.

PM Modi’s directives come amidst a growing controversy surrounding the replacement of "President of India" with "Bharat" on official invitations for the G20 Summit dinner. While the ruling party supports this change, the opposition is critical.