North 24 Parganas, Aug. 20 -- BJP MLA Sumitro Chatterjee, a direct descendant of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, on Thursday criticised the Congress over its decision to sing only the first two stanzas of the national song 'Vande Mataram' at party events.

He said Congress was trying to gain political attention through the issue and alleged that the party had lost its relevance.

Speaking to ANI, Chatterjee said, "In the political scenario in India, Congress holds no value. They are doing this drama to gain some value, so that they can come into the limelight. Right now, Congress has become history."

He also said that legal action would be considered after discussions with his family and party.

"We will take legal steps. I need to speak w...