On Udhayanidhi's 'sanatan dharma' remark, Congress' KC Venugopal says 'freedom of speech'

As the row over Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's 'Sanatana Dharma should be eradicated' remark spirals, Congress has finally broken its silence.

Speaking at a press conference in Delhi, Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Sept 4 said the party believes in 'Sarva Dharma Samabhava' and it respects everyone's belief.

"Our view is clear; 'Sarva Dharma Samabhava' is the Congress' ideology. Every political party has the freedom to tell their views...We are respecting everybody's beliefs..." said KC Venugopal.

Meanwhile, the BJP continues to lash out at Stalin, alleging the INDIA bloc parties are insulting the culture of India.

Union minister Rajnath Singh too attacked the Congress and raised questions on Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and party chief Kharge's silence over the issue.