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politics1 year ago

"Bharat Ratna Controversies: Political Maneuvering and Family Feuds"

The Congress has welcomed the announcement of conferring the Bharat Ratna on former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao, while also taking a dig at the BJP. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge praised Rao's contributions to nation-building and India's nuclear program, and former Congress president Sonia Gandhi and senior leader P Chidambaram expressed happiness at the announcement. Chidambaram also took a dig at the BJP, stating that it is discovering the contribution of the awardees. The BJP has accused the Congress of disrespecting Narasimha Rao, and the timing of the announcement is seen as politically significant ahead of the general elections.

via NDTV|
#bharat-ratna#bjp#congress
politics2 years ago

"Political Clashes and Cat Analogies: Highlights from Assam Rally"

Congress's Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that the BJP engineered an attack on the Congress's Bharat Jodo Yatra in Assam and took a swipe at Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, claiming that the ruling party is "scared" of the Yatra's success. The Congress has alleged that its state chief and a party worker were injured in the attack, and has filed a police case while demanding a judicial probe. In response, Chief Minister Sarma posted a video of Rahul Gandhi amid a scuffle and accused him of instigating violence, while the Assam BJP hit back at the Congress's allegations.

via NDTV|
#assam#bjp#congress
politics2 years ago

Political Leaders Clash Over Mimicry Incident and Caste Linkage

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar for linking caste to a mimicry incident, stating that Dalits have always been denied opportunities in Parliament. Congress leader Sonia Gandhi accused the government of stifling democracy by suspending opposition MPs, while Kharge demanded an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah for not addressing the House. Rahul Gandhi dismissed Dhankhar's claim of insult and criticized the media for not covering important issues. Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury called Dhankhar's caste link "terrible."

via IndiaTimes|
#congress#jagdeep-dhankhar#mallikarjun-kharge
politics2 years ago

"Opposition's PM Face Kharge Ruffles Mamata, Kejriwal; Nitish Snaps at DMK's Translation Request"

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal proposed Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge as the opposition's prime ministerial candidate at the INDIA bloc meeting, suggesting that he could be the 'Dalit' face. The pitch caught other participants unawares and created awkwardness, with Kharge himself stating that the focus should be on defeating the BJP first. The meeting lacked the earlier positive chemistry among leaders, and seat sharing is set to be finalized by January 10.

via IndiaTimes|
#dalit-face#india-bloc#mallikarjun-kharge
politics2 years ago

Parliament Security Breach: Demands for Amit Shah's Statement and Intruder's Fate

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Rajya Sabha chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar demanding a statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the recent security breach in the Lok Sabha. Kharge emphasized the gravity of the incident and stated that no other business should be conducted until the matter is addressed. The breach occurred on the same day as the 22nd anniversary of the terror attacks on the parliament. Four individuals have been arrested and charged under the anti-terror law UAPA, with investigations ongoing to apprehend the suspected key conspirator.

via Hindustan Times|
#amit-shah#lok-sabha#mallikarjun-kharge
politics2 years ago

"Sharad Pawar's Meeting with Kharge and Rahul Gandhi Fuels Optimism for INDIA's Future"

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar met with Congress party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi in Delhi to discuss the present political landscape and the strategic path ahead for the opposition alliance INDIA. The leaders emphasized their readiness for every challenge and expressed confidence in the alliance's victory. The INDIA coalition aims to resolve the issue of seat sharing between allies to effectively combat the ruling BJP in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha polls and state elections.

via Times of India|
#india#mallikarjun-kharge#opposition-alliance
politics2 years ago

Kharge's Absence at Flag Hoisting Event in New Parliament Building Raises Questions

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has declined the invitation to attend the flag hoisting event in the new Parliament building on September 17, citing disappointment over receiving the invite late. Kharge, who is currently in Hyderabad for Congress Working Committee meetings scheduled for September 16 and 17, stated that it would not be feasible for him to attend the function. The flag hoisting ceremony will be conducted by Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar a day before the five-day Parliament session commences.

via Deccan Herald|
#congress#flag-hoisting#mallikarjun-kharge
politics2 years ago

"Personal Attacks Fly in Indian Politics: Kharge and Son Take Aim at PM Modi"

Priyank Kharge, son of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, called Prime Minister Narendra Modi "nalayak" while campaigning for the Karnataka Assembly elections. This comes after his father compared Modi to a poisonous snake. Priyank criticized Modi's handling of SC community reservations and accused him of creating confusion. BJP leader Shobha Karandlaje slammed the Congress leader for his remark. Modi also criticized the Congress and confidently stated that the people of Karnataka will respond fittingly in the upcoming Assembly elections.

via OpIndia|
#karnataka-assembly-elections#mallikarjun-kharge#narendra-modi
politics2 years ago

Kharge's Son Calls Modi 'Nalayak' After Snake Jibe

Priyank Kharge, son of Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge, called Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "useless son" during a rally in Karnataka, days after his father likened Modi to a "poisonous snake". Priyank Kharge criticised Modi's recent visit to Kalaburgi and accused him of creating problems for the Banjara community. The Banjara community has been protesting against the state government's decision to introduce internal reservations for sub-castes in the Scheduled Castes category. The Karnataka election campaign has become increasingly bitter, with both the Congress and BJP trading barbs.

via India Today|
#bjp#congress#karnataka
politics2 years ago

Toxic Politics: Personal Attacks and Insults Fly Between BJP and Congress Leaders.

BJP MLA and former Union minister Basanagouda Patil Yatnal likened ex-AICC chief Sonia Gandhi to a “vishkanya” (poison maiden) at a poll rally, accusing her of "ruining the country” and "working as an agent of China and Pakistan". Congress demanded the legislator’s expulsion over his remarks, while BJP accused Congress of losing all sense of propriety and political balance.

via Times of India|
#basanagouda-patil-yatnal#bjp#congress