BJP’s Social media video featuring Pakistani song draws anti‑national criticism

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) recently uploaded a video on its official social‑media channels that contains a musical track originating from Pakistan. The content was intended for public outreach but quickly attracted attention due to the cross‑border source of the song.

Political commentators and netizens responded by labeling the video anti‑national, arguing that a party representing Indian sovereignty should not promote Pakistani cultural material. Several social‑media users highlighted the perceived inconsistency with the party’s stance on national security and cultural identity.

The episode has ignited a broader debate about the use of foreign media in political communications, with the BJP yet to issue a detailed clarification on the choice of the song or the ensuing criticism.