The row began after Hooda expressed condolences over Kumar’s death, describing his passing as a loss to the country’s political landscape and referring to his connection with people and contribution to Delhi’s development

Protests erupted outside Rahul Gandhi's residence, with Sikh leaders demanding apologies and condemning supportive remarks about Kumar. | India News

Sharma said Hooda’s comments “re-opened the wounds” of the Sikh community and could hurt the Congress’s prospects in Punjab, where the party faces elections | India News