VHP and Bajrang Dal took to the streets in Bhopal, even burning an effigy of Rahul Gandhi smeared with cow dung. The protest stemmed from MPs, including Pappu Yadav dressed as a monk, demanding transparency about temple donations; which BJP and Hindu groups claim disrespected Lord Ram. While the Opposition insists it was about accountability, the reaction shows how deeply religious symbolism influences Indian politics. With elections looming, even temple funds can become a battleground; not for policy, but for perception. The real question: can governance be discussed without triggering emotional divides? This isn't just about money; it’s about who gets to define faith in public life.