Union Minister Smriti Irani condemns Udhayanidhi Stalin’s comparison between ‘Sanatan Dharma’ and diseases, urging for a strong defense of faith. PM Narendra Modi calls on Cabinet ministers to counter the debate with facts. Udhayanidhi Stalin and Congress leader Priyank Kharge face legal action for offending religious sentiments. The DMK and Congress face criticism for purportedly advocating the eradication of Sanatan Dharma.