Recently in a rally in Chhattisgarh’s Janjgir-Champa, Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed the Congress party for its absence from the ‘pran pratishtha’ ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram temple on January 22 this year.
Modi accused Congress leaders of considering themselves in superior to Lord Ram and disregarding the invitation, labeling it as disrespectful to Chhattisgarh and Mata Shabri, a revered figure in the Ramayana. He criticized Congress for what he termed as “appeasement politics,” stating that their actions disrespect the rights of Dalits, the poor, and Adivasis, while emphasizing his government’s focus on these marginalized groups.
#WATCH | Chhattisgarh: Addressing a public rally in Janjgir-Champa, PM Narendra Modi says, "Congress considered itself greater than Lord Ram…Appeasement and vote bank politics are in the DNA of Congress…"#LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/aQaOWSopop
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Modi further reiterated a common accusation against the Congress, stating that they often spread falsehoods during election seasons, including claims that the BJP would tamper with the constitution and abolish reservation.
He dismissed these allegations, asserting that the constitution is immutable, and even the revered Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar couldn’t alter it if he wished. The Prime Minister condemned the Congress for its persistent fear-mongering tactics.
Taking a defensive stance, Modi addressed threats which directed towards him by some Congress members, asserting that the support of the women of the nation acts as his shield. He emphasized the importance of unity and respect for democracy, insinuating that threats against him only strengthen his resolve.
Modi referenced a controversial statement made by Viriato Fernandes, the South Goa candidate, who allegedly claimed that the Indian Constitution was “forced” upon Goa.
Dismissing Fernandes’ remark as an insult to Ambedkar and the Constitution, Modi criticized the Congress for its candidate’s divisive rhetoric and questioned their commitment to national unity and democratic values.
The Prime Minister’s remarks underscored the ongoing tensions between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress, particularly in the context of religious sentiments surrounding the Ayodhya temple and accusations of constitutional tampering.
As Bharat approaches crucial elections, such rhetoric is likely to play a significant role in shaping public opinion and political discourse.
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