BJP Leaders Criticize Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s Remarks in Jammu
BJP leaders in Jammu have expressed strong objections against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s remark that if Congress had won 20 more seats, then they all would have been jailed.
Prem Shukla’s Response
BJP leader Prem Shukla said that former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi jailed thousands of opposition leaders without any charge during the emergency, and Kharge is planning to do the same. Shukla stated, “In 1975, Indira Gandhi lodged thousands of opposition leaders, without any charge, into jail. Mallikarjun Kharge, under the directions of Rahul Gandhi, is dreaming about the emergency to be reimposed.”
Abhijeet Jasrotia’s Remarks
BJP leader Abhijeet Jasrotia mocked Rahul Gandhi and other Congress leaders, saying, “When the Yuvraj (referring to Rahul Gandhi) and other leaders of the Congress party who are out on bail in the National Herald case make comments, it is laughable.” He also accused Rahul Gandhi of defaming India during his visit to the United States.
Kharge’s Rally Speech
While addressing a rally in Anantnag, Kharge emphasized the importance of unity and strength among Congress supporters. He said, “They (BJP) used to say 400 paar, 400 paar, where are your 400 seats? They stopped at 240 this time. If we had 20 more seats, then all these people would have been in jail, and they deserve to be there. So I appeal to everyone to not get angry, but instead fight. Your captain is strong, unafraid, everyone here is unafraid. The leaders are here to help solve any problem in Jammu and Kashmir. We need to win, we need to fight together, but while fighting, we should not blame each other.”
Upcoming Elections
Polling for Jammu and Kashmir is scheduled to be held in three phases: September 18, September 25, and October 1. The counting of votes is scheduled for October 8.
Doubts Revealed
BJP -: BJP stands for Bharatiya Janata Party. It is one of the major political parties in India.
Congress -: Congress refers to the Indian National Congress, another major political party in India.
Mallikarjun Kharge -: Mallikarjun Kharge is the President of the Indian National Congress.
Jammu -: Jammu is a city in the northern part of India, in the region of Jammu and Kashmir.
Prem Shukla -: Prem Shukla is a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Abhijeet Jasrotia -: Abhijeet Jasrotia is another leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Indira Gandhi -: Indira Gandhi was a former Prime Minister of India and a leader of the Indian National Congress.
Emergency rule -: Emergency rule refers to a period from 1975 to 1977 when Indira Gandhi declared a state of emergency in India, giving the government special powers.
Rahul Gandhi -: Rahul Gandhi is a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress and the son of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
Jammu and Kashmir -: Jammu and Kashmir is a region in northern India, known for its beautiful landscapes and complex political situation.
