Disgusting Beyond Limits”: BJP Slams Congress Over AI Video of PM Modi’s Mother, Sparks National Outrage

Patna | September 12, 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday came down heavily on the Congress after a controversial video appeared on social media. The video was made using artificial intelligence (AI). It showed Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a dream sequence with his late mother, Heeraben Modi.

The BJP called the video “disgusting” and said Congress had “crossed all limits.” The clip was shared by the Bihar Congress on its official X handle on September 10. Since then, it has triggered a storm in political circles.

What was in the video?

The video showed PM Modi dreaming of his mother, who passed away in December 2022. In this dream sequence, Heeraben Modi was seen questioning her son. She appeared to ask why he was lowering his standards in politics.

Captions in Hindi popped up in the video. One of them roughly translated to: “How far will you fall for politics?” Another suggested she was warning him against “vote chori,” or stealing votes.

The video was meant to look emotional. But BJP leaders said it mocked the late Heeraben Modi. They said dragging a mother into political battles was in very poor taste.

BJP lashes out at Congress

BJP leaders quickly hit back. Anger poured out in press conferences, social media posts, and TV debates.

Party spokesperson Shehzad Poonawala said the Congress had shown its true face. He declared, “This is not Gandhivadi Congress. This is Gaaliwadi Congress.” He accused Congress of spreading insults instead of ideas.

Anurag Thakur, a senior BJP leader, said this act showed how “low politics can go.” He asked if India’s culture allows people to mock a dead mother for political gains. He said the people of Bihar would give a strong reply in the upcoming election.

Other BJP leaders also joined the attack. They said the video was not just an insult to Heeraben Modi but to every mother in the country. Some demanded that Congress take down the clip immediately and apologise in public.

Congress tries to defend

Congress did not immediately apologise. Instead, it argued that the video was not disrespectful.

Pawan Khera, a senior Congress leader, said it was only a naseehat — advice — from a mother to her son. He asked the BJP to point out where exactly disrespect was shown. According to him, the video was symbolic and was simply highlighting wrongdoings of the Modi government.

Still, Congress announced that it would look into the matter. A party inquiry was ordered to find out who made the video and who shared it from the Bihar unit’s account. This decision came after the uproar grew louder and BJP increased its attacks.

Why this issue matters more in Bihar

The controversy is not happening in isolation. Bihar is heading into assembly elections. Every small issue is getting magnified.

For BJP, the timing of this video gave it an opportunity to put Congress on the back foot. BJP leaders in Bihar are now using the controversy in rallies and public speeches. They are saying that Congress has insulted Bihar’s values of respect and family honour.

For Congress, the matter is a headache. It had hoped to focus on local issues like unemployment, poverty, and governance. Instead, it is now stuck defending a video that many voters may find offensive.

Use of AI raises new worries

This is also one of the first major controversies in India linked to AI-generated political content. Deepfake videos and AI images have been talked about for years. But now they are entering the election battlefield.

Experts say such content can confuse voters. It can spread false narratives or create emotional reactions. Many are asking if India should have clear laws to control political use of AI.

Some analysts warn that this controversy may just be the beginning. As elections approach, more AI videos may surface from different sides. Without strict rules, the line between reality and fake may blur further.

Bigger debate: Respect vs. freedom

The fight is not only about one video. It has opened a larger debate.

• BJP says the video is an attack on a mother and an insult to Indian values.
• Congress says it is part of political expression and satire.

This raises a tough question: Where do we draw the line between freedom of expression and disrespect? Should politicians’ families be kept out of political fights, especially if they are no longer alive?

Past incidents

This is also not the first time such controversies have hit Indian politics. BJP has earlier accused its rivals of using abusive language for PM Modi’s mother. During rallies, some leaders of opposition parties had made offensive remarks. Each time, BJP turned these remarks into election issues.

The AI video has only added another chapter to this ongoing pattern.

What happens next?

Congress’s inquiry may identify who created and circulated the video. If found guilty, the person or team may face internal disciplinary action. But BJP is not satisfied with just that. Its leaders are demanding an open apology.

Meanwhile, voters in Bihar are watching closely. Some may feel sympathy for PM Modi after the video. Others may see it as just another political drama. Either way, it is clear the controversy will remain alive until polling day.

Conclusion

On September 12, 2025, the BJP accused Congress of crossing all limits with an AI-generated video involving PM Modi’s late mother. The party called it “disgusting” and “shameful.” Congress tried to defend it as advice, but still ordered an inquiry after backlash.

This controversy is not just about one video. It is about culture, values, and technology’s role in politics. It is about how far parties will go to attack each other before elections. And it is about how voters will respond when boundaries of respect are broken.

As Bihar heads to the polls, one thing is sure: this AI video has already left a mark on the campaign. It may even become a turning point in how political parties handle technology and personal attacks in the future.