Mallikarjun Kharge also said this was a crucial phase to turn the tide in favour of the INDIA bloc’s win…reports Asian Lite News
At an election rally in Jharkhand’s Hazaribag, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge warned of a dire threat to the Constitution and democracy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, cautioning that a victory for Modi in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls could potentially undermine the future of elections in India.
“The Constitution and democracy are in danger, and people are in danger. If you don’t have fundamental rights, you will be slaves. No elections will be held in the future if Modi wins this time,” Kharge claimed.
Taking aim at the PM, Kharge condemned the arrest of former CM Hemant Soren and issued a daring challenge, demanding the arrest of prominent industrialists “Adani and Ambani” instead. This statement came in response to Modi’s accusations that the Congress received substantial financial backing from these businessmen to silence criticism.
Kharge went on to pledge liberation for all leaders of the INDIA bloc who had been apprehended by the BJP-led government, should the opposition alliance secure victory in the elections. Expressing confidence in the electorate, Kharge asserted that a return to power for Modi was implausible this time around.
Further stoking the flames, Kharge alleged a nexus between the BJP and corporate entities, claiming that those who contributed donations to the BJP via electoral bonds were rewarded with lucrative contracts.
Kharge also said this was a crucial phase to turn the tide in favour of the INDIA bloc’s win.
“This is a crucial phase to turn the tide completely in favour of NYAY – Justice and make INDIA win. Do not get deterred by the diversionary tactics of hateful speeches which divide the society,” said Kharge.
Addressing the voters through social media, he said, “I urge you to completely focus on our collective objective in protecting Democracy and safeguarding the basis of our existence – The Constitution of India.”
The Congress chief said, “In the first three phases of the Lok Sabha elections, you have shown your might by voting for Democracy and striving to save the Constitution from autocratic forces. Today, 96 Lok Sabha constituencies in 10 States/UTs are going to vote. Assembly elections for Andhra Pradesh and the first phase of Odisha Assembly elections would also be underway.”
“This is a crucial phase to turn the tide completely in favour of Justice and make INDIA win,” he added.
He also urged the voters to consider the INDIA bloc’s objectives of Nyay.
“These are paramount in our fight to rekindle the spirit of freedom, justice, equality, liberty and fraternity in our beloved INDIA. I warmly welcome the first time voters who are the catalyst for change. Do vote and encourage your family, friends and neighbours to vote in large numbers, Kharge added.
