In Sathupalli, the BJP criticized the INDIA bloc for Udhayanidhi Stalin’s remark about “Sanatan Dharma,” saying it insulted Hindus. Led by Namburi Ramalingeswara Rao, the BJP held a large protest in Sathupalli town. They burned an effigy of Udhayanidhi Stalin and chanted slogans against him. Namburi stated that the leaders of the INDIA coalition are competing to disrespect Hinduism and demanded an apology from Udhayanidhi Stalin to all Hindus. He also questioned Rahul Gandhi’s silence on the matter.