Kangana Ranaut, a BJP leader and actor, has been facing criticism on social media for her recent comments about Rahul Gandhi’s role as the Leader of the Opposition and her stance on the caste census. She questioned Rahul Gandhi’s qualifications for the position and wrongly identified the first Dalit president of India, leading to widespread mockery and calls for her to be reined in.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized Rahul Gandhi for demanding reservations in beauty pageants and other fields, calling it ‘bal buddhi’ (childish). Rijiju also highlighted the achievements of the Modi government in representation of marginalized communities, while Gandhi advocated for a caste census and removal of the reservation cap.
The Janata Dal (United) (JDU) has pledged its support to the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA government. However, the party has raised concerns about the Agnipath scheme, calling for a detailed discussion to address its shortcomings. The JDU’s K.C. Tyagi also commented on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and caste census, while advocating for special status for Bihar.
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has released its manifesto for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections, prioritizing several key issues, including:
– Caste census
– Establishment of a separate commission for farmers’ welfare
– Right to apprenticeship
– 50% reservation for women in government jobs
– Full statehood for Jammu and Kashmir
– Rejection of ‘one nation, one election’ concept
The party also plans to review and propose changes to various laws, such as the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), National Register for Citizens (NRC), and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Sharad Pawar has unveiled its election manifesto for the 2024 general elections, prioritizing caste census, a separate commission for farmers’ welfare, 50% reservation for women in jobs, and a review of contentious laws like the CAA and NRC. The party also supports full statehood for Jammu and Kashmir and rejects the idea of ‘one nation, one election’.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of being afraid of a caste census and vowing to ensure justice for the marginalized. Gandhi asserted that a caste census will be the first step taken by his government if it is formed. He criticized Modi for transferring wealth to select business people while ignoring the needs of the majority of the population and promised to rectify this injustice through the Congress manifesto’s guarantees. Gandhi also defended his record as a politician, citing his involvement in various social and political movements.
During a rally for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi outlined a series of promises aimed at improving the lives of millions of Indians. Key among these were initiatives to create wealth, address social injustices, and strengthen the economy. Gandhi pledged that if the INDIA alliance is elected, they would work towards creating ‘lakhpatis’ (individuals with a net worth of 1 lakh rupees) and significantly enhance the nation’s economic landscape.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi asserted that the party’s manifesto pledges to redistribute a portion of the ₹16 lakh crore given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to a select group of 22 individuals. He emphasized that the promised amount is a calculated sum and not the entire amount. Gandhi’s statement comes amid ongoing political discourse on the manifesto’s proposed ‘redistribution’ policy.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being afraid of invisible voters who support the Congress party. Kharge made this statement during a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram, where he questioned why Modi was criticizing Congress if it was irrelevant. Kharge claimed that the party was receiving a positive response from voters across the country and that Modi’s fear of these invisible voters was driving his criticism. Meanwhile, campaigning has intensified for the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections on April 26th, with opposition leaders targeting the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over various issues.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has clarified his previous statement regarding a ‘wealth survey,’ asserting that its purpose is solely to assess the extent of injustice present in the country. Addressing the party’s ‘Social Justice Conference’ in Delhi, Gandhi emphasized that the survey aims to gauge the severity of inequalities faced by the vast majority of the population.
