A controversy has emerged from the President's at-home reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is learnt to have set aside the traditional Assamese gamosa and declined to wear it, despite a reminder from the President. In contrast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the European Union Chief were seen wearing the Assamese gamosa at the same event. The incident has sparked political reactions, adding a fresh layer of debate to the Republic Day reception.