Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s current criticisms of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge have ignited a fierce political debate in Karnataka, highlighting the rising tensions. PM Modi accused the Congress of being unable to satisfy ballot guarantees in Karnataka
Stating that the ‘B’ in BJP stands for ‘betrayal’ whereas ‘J’ stands for ‘jumla’, Kharge mentioned in a publish on X, “Narendra Modi ji, Lies, Deceit, Fakery, Loot and Publicity are the 5 adjectives which finest describe your authorities! Your drum beating concerning a 100-day plan was an affordable PR stunt!”
BJP’s Allegations of Deceit
PM Modi claimed the Congress Celebration is failing to maintain guarantees in Karnataka and different states, stating, “The Congress Celebration is realising the onerous approach that making unreal guarantees is straightforward however implementing them correctly is hard or unattainable.”
Worsening Governance
PM Modi remarked that Congress’s governance is “turning from unhealthy to worse,” highlighting unfulfilled commitments in Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana.
Congress Hits Again
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge responded sharply, stating, “Lies, Deceit, Fakery, Loot & Publicity are the 5 adjectives which finest describe your (PM Modi) Govt!”
Kharge’s PR Stunt Accusation
Mallikarjun Kharge condemned Modi’s 100-day plan as a “low cost PR stunt,” and cited an RTI response that declined to offer particulars on Modi’s declare about consulting 20 lakh individuals for a roadmap.
Modi Ki Assure
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Modi’s guarantees, calling “Modi Ki Assure” a “merciless joke on 140 crore Indians.”
Financial Woes
PM Modi asserted, “The victims of such politics are the poor, children, farmers and girls,” lamenting unfulfilled guarantees that dilute present advantages.
Siddaramaiah’s Defence
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah countered Modi by claiming, “We’re fulfilling each promise we made to our individuals,” referencing a finances of over ₹52,000 crore for 5 ensures.
Corruption Claims
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accused the BJP of leaving Karnataka “plagued with 40 per cent fee corruption,” stating, “We’re utilizing that very same 40 per cent — redirecting it to profit the individuals.”
Political Battle Intensifies
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel warned Modi in opposition to “petty politics,” stating, “The Prime Minister shouldn’t be indulging in petty politics and shouldn’t play this soiled blame sport for brief political positive factors.”
Parameshwara’s Rebuttal
Karnataka Minister G Parameshwara dismissed Modi’s criticisms as “election-driven jealousy,” affirming, “We’ve made a provision of round ₹56,000 crore in our finances for these ensures.”
“That is nothing however a jealousy issue…They decide up one thing each time there’s an election. Why did not he speak about this stuff earlier? PM has each proper to speak about one thing, he ought to have talked about this once we began implementing this,” the Karnataka Minister added.