Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge refuted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s criticism of the party’s manifesto as being similar to that of the Muslim League. Kharge asserted that the manifesto caters to everyone, regardless of religion or background. He also accused Modi of dividing society by focusing on Hindu-Muslim issues, and of making false promises during his tenure.
Nilesh Kumbhani, the rejected Lok Sabha candidate from Surat, has mysteriously disappeared and is unreachable by phone. Amid rumors of him joining the BJP, Congress workers protested outside his house, accusing him of betraying the people. The Congress has alleged foul play and undue influence from the ruling BJP in Gujarat, demanding a re-election.
