BJP Criticizes Congress Leaders for Anti-India Remarks on Diwali
BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi condemns Congress leaders comments as evidence of anti-India sentiment during Diwali celebrations.
New Delhi, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : BJP national spokesperson and MP Sudhanshu Trivedi sharply criticized Congress leaders for their remarks during Diwali celebrations, particularly targeting Sonia Gandhi’s comments regarding the disputed Ayodhya structure. He described these statements as clear evidence of Congress’s organized ‘anti-India’ and ‘anti-Hindu’ mindset.
During a press conference, Trivedi remarked, “As the country moves towards new heights of development, the political discourse seems to be sinking to new lows.” He referenced Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s claim of a ‘dead economy,’ highlighting that on Dhanteras, India purchased more gold and silver in one day than Europe does in three months. This, he argued, reflects the opposition’s disdain for India’s traditions, religion, and culture.
Trivedi also took issue with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, who referred to the festival as the ‘Eid of happiness.’ He questioned the choice of words, stating, “In Karnataka, the term used for festivals is ‘utsav,’ so where did ‘Eid’ come from? This shows how far the opposition, especially Congress, is willing to insult Indian religion and culture.”
He pointed out the inconsistency in the Congress’s approach, noting that leaders from predominantly Muslim countries like Indonesia and Malaysia wished people a happy Diwali, while Kharge referred to it in a different context.
Additionally, Trivedi responded to Congress MP Imran Masood’s statement, which labeled Diwali as a ‘man-made disease.’ He recalled similar derogatory remarks made by members of the ‘INDI’ alliance in Tamil Nadu, who had previously likened Hinduism to ‘bacteria’ and ‘viruses.’
Addressing Sonia Gandhi’s remarks about the Babri Masjid, Trivedi questioned her emotional response to the demolition of the structure on December 6, 1992, pointing out that there was no live broadcast of the event. “Who was showing her that scene?” he asked.
Trivedi concluded that these statements are interconnected and serve as a testament to Congress’s structured ‘anti-India’ and ‘anti-Hindu’ ideology. He raised concerns about whether Congress is willing to insult Hinduism to gain radical votes in the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections.
