Gadkari Criticizes Congress for Neglecting Rural India

Union minister Nitin Gadkari criticized Congress for neglecting rural India, attributing farmer suicides and village poverty to this oversight. At a rally, he emphasized BJP's allegiance to dedicated workers and stressed non-use of caste in politics, advocating reservations based on social and economic need.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday criticized the Congress party for neglecting rural development in India, alleging that this neglect has led to increased farmer suicides and persistent poverty in villages.

Speaking at a rally in Arvi, Wardha district, Gadkari emphasized that the BJP is powered by its dedicated workers, not just Prime Minister Narendra Modi or himself. He acknowledged the contributions of party workers in his political career.

Reflecting on his early days as a party worker, Gadkari recounted traveling across Maharashtra's Vidarbha region, illustrating the grassroots commitment that fuels the BJP's mission. Criticizing Congress further, he advocated for reservations based on social and economic criteria rather than caste or religion, promoting growth through merit and hard work.

(With inputs from agencies.)