Union Home Minister Amit Shah stirred up controversy during his visit to Coimbatore when he apologized for not being able to speak in Tamil, one of the oldest languages in the world. His apology came amidst the ongoing row over the three-language policy in the National Education Policy 2020. In a bold statement, Shah also declared that the anti-national DMK would be ousted from power in 2026 and the NDA government would come to power in Tamil Nadu. This assurance was met with cheers from BJP cadres who were promised a thumping victory in the upcoming Assembly polls.
On the first anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended his heartfelt wishes to the nation. He expressed gratitude to all those who contributed to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi movement and stated that the temple will remain a symbol of faith and aspiration for generations to come. He also highlighted the significance of Lord Shri Ram's life and the cultural revival efforts by the Modi government.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the BJP headquarters in Delhi, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar offered prayers at Shri Devikoop Bhadrakali Temple in Kurukshetra. Additionally, non-essential construction work has been banned in Delhi-NCR due to Stage-3 curbs under an air pollution control plan. Furthermore, French President Emmanuel Macron is scheduled to visit Delhi on January 26 for India's Republic Day.