Political Firestorm: Congress-BJP Rhetoric Intensifies

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi criticizes Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge for his remarks against BJP. Kharge accuses BJP of inflammatory speeches to distract voters from real issues. The exchange intensifies with comments on religious symbolism in politics, sparking a heated debate between both parties.

In a sharp exchange of words, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi rebuked Congress and its president, Mallikarjun Kharge, for criticizing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Joshi emphasized that BJP stands for justice without appeasement, referencing Sonia Gandhi's alleged sympathy in the Batla House case as misplaced.

Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of utilizing divisive rhetoric to divert public attention from pressing issues. During an election campaign in Nagpur, he urged the BJP to focus on their track record rather than inciting conflict, implicitly referencing inflammatory statements by BJP leaders.

The political tension escalated with Kharge's comments on religious attire in politics, indirectly targeting UP Chief Minister Adityanath. BJP's spokesperson, Shehzad Poonawalla, countered by labeling Congress as anti-Hindu, highlighting their historical stance on religious issues. This clash underlines the deepening rift between the two major political parties.

(With inputs from agencies.)