In a heated exchange that highlights the ongoing political rivalry in India, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has labeled the BJP as “a party of terrorists”. His remarks directly respond to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s criticisms, which link the Opposition to “urban Naxals”.
Moreover, Kharge accused BJP members of “lynching and beating” individuals and alleged that the party has committed atrocities against marginalized SC/ST communities.
In response, Kharge pointed out Modi’s tendency to paint Congress in a negative light. He stated, “Modi frequently refers to Congress as an urban Naxal party… It’s a consistent tactic of his”. Furthermore, he questioned Modi’s credibility by asserting, “The BJP is involved in terrorism and lynchings. Modi has no standing to make such allegations”.
This exchange occurs against the backdrop of Modi’s claims about the BJP’s recent victory in the Haryana elections. He suggested that the public is rejecting the “hateful conspiracies” of Congress and its alleged ties to urban Naxals.
Additionally, Modi warned, “The Congress wants to keep Dalits as Dalits and the poor as poor. Beware of the Congress. Urban Naxals are running the party, which aims to divide the country”. He urged unity to counter what he called Congress’s schemes, emphasizing that “now is the time to stand together”.
This rhetoric is not new. Modi reiterated similar themes earlier in the week while virtually inaugurating various development projects in Maharashtra. He accused Congress of trying to mislead several segments of society, including Dalits, farmers, and youth.
He claimed that their attempts to mislead the public have ultimately failed.
During his address, Modi stated, “The entire Congress ecosystem and its gang of urban Naxals were focused on misleading the public. However, all of Congress’s conspiracies have been exposed”.
In addition, he emphasized that the Dalit community has recognized Congress’s alleged intentions. He argued that the party seeks to fracture their vote bank by undermining their reservations.
As these political battles continue, the rhetoric from both sides suggests a deepening divide in Indian politics. The implications for upcoming elections and the broader political landscape are still unfolding.
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