Although several in the Congress party were not in favour of Ghulam Nabi Azad accepting the Padma Bhushan award, Congress’ Raj Babbar came in his support and took a dig at those within the party, criticising him. The actor said, “The importance of an award is when the rival party honours the achievements of a leader. People can fulfil any wish when it is their own government.
Babbar’s remarks came amid speculation over his political leanings and talk that he was in touch with the Samajwadi Party for a possible switch before the Uttar Pradesh polls.