And what is being offered now is a ‘mahamilavat’,” he said, as BJP members thumped their desks. While BJP members thumped their desks, Sonia, who was listening patiently and nodding to Gadkari's replies, started banging on hers too. Seeing Sonia's rare gesture, other Congress members joined in. The Sena has been championing Gadkari's cause as prospective NDA Prime Minister after the general election. Modi appeared to betray jitters about being pushed out by the allies if the BJP falls short of majority.

Source: The Telegraph February 07, 2019 21:56 UTC