New Delhi, September 21 (Daily Kiran) : BJP spokesperson RP Singh addressed several political issues during a press conference in New Delhi, including the recent controversy surrounding ‘Vande Mataram’ in the Karnataka Assembly. He accused Congress and other opposition parties of engaging in vote bank politics and applying double standards regarding democratic institutions.
The controversy erupted when BJP legislators sang the full version of ‘Vande Mataram’ after the official presentation was halted following two verses. Singh noted that while BJP members completed the song, Congress legislators stopped short, claiming that the party is attempting to appease Muslim voters. He argued that not all Muslims oppose ‘Vande Mataram,’ but Congress is allegedly pandering to specific voter bases.
Regarding comments made by Congress MP Imran Masood about Akhilesh Yadav’s political activities, Singh stated that it is a matter between the two parties. He claimed that Congress’s alliances have weakened the electoral prospects of those parties. Citing recent by-elections, he mentioned that Congress had previously sought seats from the Samajwadi Party, indicating a decline in its own standing.
On the issuance of notices to voters under the Special Information Report (SIR) in Delhi, Singh revealed that his son also received a notice. He clarified that the discrepancy arose because his son used his full name in documents, while Singh is commonly known as RP Singh. He emphasized that the SIR process is meant to purify the voter list and ultimately benefit democracy.
Singh also commented on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s petition against the Election Commission regarding the TMC’s name and symbol. He expressed confidence that the Supreme Court would accept whatever decision is reached.
In response to the controversy over the removal of Tipu Sultan’s portrait from the Malegaon Municipal Corporation, Singh stated that he views Tipu Sultan as an invader. He welcomed the decision to remove the portrait, alleging that Tipu Sultan’s reign was marked by damage to temples and forced conversions.
Addressing comments made by former Vice President Hamid Ansari, Singh asserted that Sanatan traditions are inclusive. He accused Congress of supporting Ansari’s views, questioning the party’s ideology.
On the topic of reservations, Singh reaffirmed that the reservation system in India will continue. He dismissed Baba Ramdev’s suggestion to exclude children from reservations, stating that such provisions are essential for education and government jobs.
Lastly, Singh responded to former Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi’s inquiries about the drug situation in the state. He pointed out that both Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party have governed Punjab, emphasizing that the state government bears primary responsibility for addressing the drug crisis. Singh noted that the BJP’s 13-day ‘Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra’ has intensified accusations between the AAP and BJP, highlighting the serious nature of drug delivery issues in Punjab.
Singh criticized Congress for focusing on mimicking Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a recent event led by Rahul Gandhi, arguing that such antics divert attention from student concerns. He condemned alleged jokes made about Modi’s mother, calling it a sign of Congress’s political bankruptcy and a reflection of deeper issues within the party’s ideology.
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