The event also turned into a political platform, with BJP leaders sharply attacking the Congress over its comments on the freedom movement and nationalism. BJP leaders and workers carrying the national flag took part in the procession and raised slogans in support of the country. “Congress leaders say that only the dogs in their homes fought for freedom and that no other dogs fought for the country. “Congress leaders have compared freedom fighters to dogs. The Congress that participated in the freedom movement and the Congress that exists today are two different entities.