
Nityananda Rai
Nityananda Rai is an Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He currently serves as the Minister of State for Home Affairs in the Government of India. Known for his strong support of national integrity and security, Rai has been vocal in promoting legislation aimed at protecting national symbols, such as the recently passed Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which seeks to penalize the disrespect of the national song Vande Mataram. He has been active in the political arena, often engaging in debates and discussions on issues of national importance, including student welfare and law enforcement practices.
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Nityananda Rai accused the Congress of failing to give the national song the respect it deserved during its years in power.
Vande Mataram Bill clears Parliament as Kharge, Nadda lock horns in RS - key highlights | India News










