Reacting to Congress leader Sam Pitroda's remark against "Lord Ram", BJP leader Syed Shahnawaz Hussain said that the Congress is habituated to disrespecting "Hindus and Sanatan Dharma". He added, "Does Congress want Indians not to take Lord Ram's name? Congress’ motive is to sabotage India’s image on foreign soil.” Pitroda had said, "Temples are not going to create jobs."