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  • Acharya Pramod Krishnam Lambasts Congress, Vows Support

    Acharya Pramod Krishnam Lambasts Congress, Vows Support

    In a dramatic turn of events, Acharya Pramod Krishnam, a former member of the Congress party, made scathing remarks against his former political home, highlighting what he perceives as the erosion of values within the party. Following his expulsion from the Congress for “indiscipline” and repeated criticism of the party, Krishnam minced no words in expressing his disillusionment with the Congress leadership and its internal dynamics.

     

    Addressing the media at ‘Kalki Dham’ in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal, Krishnam pulled no punches in his assessment of the Congress, asserting that survival within the party now necessitates sycophancy, manipulation, and falsehoods. He lamented the treatment meted out to leaders like Sachin Pilot and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, insinuating that they were being sidelined and disrespected within the party hierarchy.

     

    Krishnam’s expulsion from the Congress came on the heels of his public praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and criticism of the Congress leadership for skipping the consecration ceremony in Ayodhya. His vocal support for PM Modi and his participation in events perceived as contrary to the Congress’ interests evidently irked the party leadership, leading to his ouster.

     

    In response to his expulsion, Krishnam expressed gratitude for being “freed” from the party, sarcastically thanking the Congress leadership for their decision. He challenged Congress leaders Kharge and Venugopal to specify which of his activities constituted “anti-party” behavior, citing his meetings with PM Modi and his invitation to the foundation stone-laying ceremony of ‘Shri Kalki Dham’ as examples.

     

    Asserting his unwavering support for PM Modi, Krishnam pledged to stand by him for the rest of his life, portraying himself as a staunch ally of the Prime Minister’s vision and leadership. He criticized the Congress for deviating from the ideals espoused by Mahatma Gandhi, Subhash Chandra Bose, and other historical figures associated with the party, accusing the present leadership of lacking direction and purpose.

     

    Pramod Krishnam’s scathing critique of the Congress extends beyond mere party politics, delving into broader themes of democracy, opposition politics, and national identity. He lamented the opposition’s singular focus on opposing PM Modi, suggesting that this narrow approach has led to a disdain for India itself.

     

    Drawing on his longstanding association with the Congress, Krishnam emphasized his commitment to the party’s founding principles, but expressed disappointment at its current state. He underscored the need for a strong and principled opposition in a democracy, lamenting the perceived shortcomings of the present opposition, which, according to him, has lost sight of its broader responsibilities.

     

    As Pramod Krishnam continues to navigate the complex terrain of Indian politics, his expulsion from the Congress and subsequent statements underscore the deep divisions and ideological fault lines within the political landscape. His outspoken criticism of the Congress leadership and his alignment with PM Modi’s agenda signal a potential realignment of political allegiances and strategies, with far-reaching implications for the country’s political future.

  • Rajasthan Election: Congress Releases First List of Candidates

    Rajasthan Election: Congress Releases First List of Candidates

    The Congress party has taken its first significant step towards the upcoming Rajasthan Assembly elections by releasing its initial list of candidates. This list features several prominent leaders, including Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his former deputy, Sachin Pilot. These elections are of great importance, and the Congress is keen to maintain its stronghold in the state.

     

    The list, comprising 33 candidates, was released amid speculations and expectations of inner-party conflicts over ticket distribution. The notable inclusion of both Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot in this list sends a strong message of unity within the party. Gehlot is contesting from his current Assembly constituency, Sardarpura, while Pilot is fielded from Tonk, his incumbent seat. Their candidatures reflect the party’s determination to present a cohesive front and face the upcoming election with a united leadership.

     

     

    Other significant names on the list include Govind Singh Dotsara, the president of the Congress’ Rajasthan unit, who will be contesting from Lachhmangarh, his current constituency. Harish Chaudhary, a former state cabinet minister, has been nominated to run from Baytoo. Additionally, the Assembly Speaker, CP Joshi, will be representing the party from his stronghold, Nathdwara.

     

    While this list covers several crucial candidates, it’s worth noting that the Congress is yet to announce candidates for the majority of the state’s 200 Assembly constituencies. More names are expected to be revealed during the Central Election Committee meeting scheduled for October 22.

     

    The upcoming Rajasthan Assembly elections are set to take place on November 25, with the counting of votes scheduled for December 3. In the previous Assembly elections held in 2018, the Congress secured 100 out of the 200 seats. The party comfortably formed the government with the support of smaller parties and independent candidates. Ashok Gehlot was reappointed as the Chief Minister for the third time, affirming the party’s dominance in the state.

     

    In contrast, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the incumbent ruling party between 2013 and 2018, was reduced to 73 seats in the previous election. Rajasthan has displayed a pattern of changing governments approximately every five years over the past few decades. This alternation of power between the BJP and Congress has been attributed to the anti-incumbency factor.

     

    The outcome of the forthcoming elections will be closely watched, as it will test whether this pattern continues or if Rajasthan’s political landscape experiences a significant shift. The Congress party’s initial list of candidates showcases the leaders it believes will help secure a victory and maintain its leadership in the state. With a strategic mix of experienced leaders and emerging talent, the Congress aims to face the upcoming elections with a united and formidable front.

  • BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri Takes Charge as Election In-Charge

    BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri Takes Charge as Election In-Charge

    Ramesh Bidhuri, a Member of Parliament (MP) representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has found himself at the center of a storm after making a communal slur directed at Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) MP Danish Ali during an ongoing session in the Lok Sabha. Despite the controversy surrounding him, Bidhuri has now been entrusted with a crucial responsibility in the upcoming Rajasthan Assembly Elections.

     

    Media reports indicate that Ramesh Bidhuri has been appointed as the election in-charge for the Tonk constituency in Rajasthan. Tonk holds particular significance as it is considered a stronghold of Congress leader Sachin Pilot. While the Congress is yet to officially announce its candidate list, there is strong speculation that Sachin Pilot will contest from Tonk in the Rajasthan Assembly Elections.

     

    The Rajasthan Legislative Assembly election is scheduled to take place in or before November of this year to elect representatives for the 200-member house. This election will be a significant test for the Opposition INDIA bloc, with the BJP serving as the opposition, ahead of the crucial 2024 Lok Sabha Polls.

     

    In the previous Rajasthan assembly elections held in December 2018, the Indian National Congress emerged as the single largest party with 100 seats, falling just one seat short of a majority. The BJP secured 73 seats, a significant decrease from the previous election in which it won an absolute majority of 163 seats. The Indian National Congress was able to form the government in alliance with the BSP.

     

    Despite apparent divisions within the Rajasthan BJP, including differences between former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje and the central BJP leadership with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the helm, the party is determined to regain power and restore confidence in their prospects for securing a third consecutive win in the upcoming Lok Sabha Polls.

     

    In addition to the Rajasthan Assembly Elections, other crucial polls that will test the strength of the Opposition INDIA bloc against the BJP include the Madhya Pradesh assembly elections and the Chhattisgarh Assembly elections, both of which will be held before the general assembly polls.

     

    Ramesh Bidhuri’s derogatory comments targeting BSP MP Danish Ali during a discussion on the success of the Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission in the Lok Sabha last week have ignited a controversy. Opposition leaders have called for stringent action against the BJP MP. Danish Ali has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, urging that the matter of Bidhuri’s use of abusive language on the House floor be referred to the privileges committee, and he has called for an immediate inquiry. Several members of the Congress, TMC, NCP, and others have also written to Speaker Birla, demanding strict action against Bidhuri.

  • Sachin Pilot Praises Rajasthan Government’s Response to Crime

    Sachin Pilot Praises Rajasthan Government’s Response to Crime

    Sachin Pilot, a prominent leader of the Rajasthan Congress and a core committee member, has offered rare praise for the government led by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot. He stated that the Congress government in Rajasthan has responded promptly to incidents of crime and that the law and order situation in the state is better compared to BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.

     

    Sachin Pilot and Ashok Gehlot had a well-publicized falling out in 2020 when Pilot, who was then the Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan, rebelled against Chief Minister Gehlot.

     

    Despite previous criticism of the Gehlot government’s alleged inaction regarding “corruption” during Vasundhara Raje’s BJP government, Sachin Pilot’s defense of the Ashok Gehlot government was anticipated, as Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi mediated the tense relationship between the two leaders.

     

    Pilot also took the opportunity to criticize the BJP-led central government, claiming that it misleads the public and uses religious rhetoric to gain power.

     

    Responding to BJP leaders’ criticism of Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, who held a public meeting in Niwai, Tonk, on Sunday and was questioned for not visiting Rajasthan after incidents of crimes against women, Pilot argued that the opposition party is attempting to make law and order an issue as assembly elections approach in Rajasthan.

     

    Pilot stated, “Whenever any incident has occurred, action has been taken, and the suspects have been apprehended within hours. Such incidents can happen anywhere, but we have taken immediate action.”

     

    “We do our utmost to prevent such incidents. It is also essential to consider what is happening in other states. The crime rate is high in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, but BJP leaders are making it an issue here because assembly elections are approaching,” added the Tonk MLA.

     

    Pilot also commented, “Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge should have been invited to the G20 gala dinner. If Kharge had been invited, the world would have seen that the country is united.” The G20 dinner was hosted by President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, the venue for the G20 Summit of world leaders.

     

    He went on to say, “Inflation is rising, industries are closing down. Airports, railways, power plants were sold at low prices. However, the central government is busy creating an issue over the country’s name. Both India and Bharat have existed since before.”

     

    “They (BJP) have only one job, which is to mislead and incite people, talk about religion and caste to gain power, and chant ‘Ram-Ram,’” Sachin Pilot added.

  • Sachin Pilot Rebuts His Father’s Role in Mizoram Bombing

    Sachin Pilot Rebuts His Father’s Role in Mizoram Bombing

    Amit Malviya, the head of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) IT department, recently made claims about senior Congress leader Sachin Pilot’s father, Rajesh Pilot, stating that he had dropped bombs as an air force pilot in Mizoram in March 1966. However, Sachin Pilot has criticized these claims, highlighting factual inaccuracies and providing historical evidence to correct the narrative.

     

    Malviya’s claim was made in a post on social media platform X, where he alleged that Rajesh Pilot and Suresh Kalmadi were involved in bombing Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, on March 5, 1966. Malviya suggested that both individuals later became Members of Parliament (MPs) on Congress tickets and government ministers. He implied that this was a reward from then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi for their involvement in air raids on their own people in the Northeast.

     

     

    Sachin Pilot responded to these claims, stating that the dates and facts provided by Malviya were incorrect. He clarified that while his father did serve as an Indian Air Force pilot and participated in dropping bombs, it was during the 1971 Indo-Pak war on erstwhile East Pakistan, not in Mizoram on March 5, 1966. Pilot shared evidence in the form of a commission certificate, which indicates that Rajesh Pilot was commissioned into the Indian Air Force on October 29, 1966.

     

    In a social media post, Sachin Pilot addressed Malviya, saying, “@amitmalviya – You have the wrong dates, wrong facts…Yes, as an Indian Air Force pilot, my late father did drop bombs. But that was on erstwhile East Pakistan during the 1971 Indo-Pak war and not as you claim, on Mizoram on the 5th of March 1966.”

     

    The controversy stems from Malviya’s allegations and Pilot’s efforts to provide accurate historical information to correct the record. This incident underscores the importance of factual accuracy and responsible communication in political discourse.