BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari criticized TMC MP Kirti Azad for his recent comments regarding Lord Ram and Ayodhya. Bhandari accused opposition parties of engaging in vote bank politics while expressing disdain towards Hindu sentiments. Azad claimed he would not visit the Ram Mandir and questioned Lord Ram’s treatment of Maa Sita. The controversy arises ahead of Akhilesh Yadav’s proposed visit to the temple in December.