Speaking to reporters in Godhra, Gujarat, on Tuesday, Chavan said leaders of any political party should not cross the limits of decorum while making statements. He emphasised that political differences should be expressed with restraint and civility.
Chavan also said that BJP leaders should pay attention to their language, stressing that maintaining dignity in political discourse is a responsibility shared by leaders across parties.
Kharge's controversial remark came on Sunday during an event in Patna, the capital of Bihar, organised to mark the 139th birth anniversary of Bihar's first chief minister, Shri Krishna Singh.
During the programme, Kharge spoke about alleged irregularities involving people engaged in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. He said those involved in such irregularities should be sent to jail.
During his address, a person present in the audience reportedly said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would not leave office until there was a rebellion.
Responding to the remark, Kharge said, "Even Modi's father will have to go."
The statement triggered controversy, drawing attention to the language used by the Congress president while addressing the gathering.
Chavan's remarks in Godhra have now added to the political debate surrounding Kharge's statement. By saying that Kharge made a mistake and should clarify his remarks, the senior Congress leader has underlined the need for restraint in political exchanges.
He also called on BJP leaders to exercise similar caution in their statements, maintaining that political opposition should not come at the cost of linguistic decorum.
The controversy has brought renewed focus on the language used by political leaders during public speeches and the importance of maintaining civility while expressing differences.
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