A fish feast at a Congress meeting in Ayodhya's Tarun area sparked controversy. BJP leaders accused the Congress of hurting religious sentiments during the Sawan month. UP Congress president Ajay Rai defended the event, citing the Nishad community's food culture. He questioned the allegations and drew parallels with BJP leaders' actions. The meeting was also impacted by heavy rainfall and political reactions.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rain and thunderstorms across several states. Isolated very heavy rainfall is expected in parts of Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Uttarakhand. Kerala will experience unsettled weather, particularly during the Onam festival period. Eastern and northeastern regions, including West Bengal and Sikkim, will see widespread rainfall. Jammu and Kashmir faces warnings for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.