New Delhi, September 27 (Daily Kiran) : R.P. Singh, a spokesperson for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has taken aim at opposition leader Rahul Gandhi regarding his recent comments about constitutional institutions. Singh’s criticism comes in the wake of Gandhi’s statements concerning the Election Commission and a pending meeting of the opposition coalition, the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDI Alliance), scheduled for September 30.
During a press briefing, Singh condemned Gandhi’s remarks about Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, asserting that they undermine the credibility of constitutional bodies. Singh accused Gandhi of consistently targeting these institutions, with the Election Commission currently in his sights.
Singh referred to a video reposted by Gandhi featuring a former IAS officer. In the video, the officer allegedly accuses Gyanesh Kumar of attempting to bribe him to join the BJP. Singh also mentioned an ongoing corruption case involving the officer, linking it to the Congress party’s time in power.
He emphasized that before making allegations against constitutional institutions, one should consider the background of the accusers and the validity of their claims. Notably, Singh did not provide any responses from the parties involved regarding these allegations.
On the upcoming INDI Alliance meeting, Singh questioned the ideological and political differences among opposition parties. He acknowledged that while opposition parties have the freedom to collaborate, it is puzzling how parties that compete against each other in various states can unite on a national platform.
Singh raised doubts about the unity of parties like the Aam Aadmi Party, Congress, and those led by Mamata Banerjee. He pointed to Kerala as an example, where Congress and leftist parties are political adversaries. He questioned how these parties would reconcile their state-level differences if they come together nationally.
Referring to the opposition coalition, Singh remarked that while parties may join forces, significant political differences remain. He described this as a “Bhanuvati ka Kumba,” questioning the true unity of the opposition.
In response to allegations by Congress leader Sukhpalsingh Khaira, who claimed that AAP leaders were occupying government housing allocated for state ministers, Singh stated that some ministers had vacated their residences, highlighting ongoing political disputes in Punjab.
Singh also commented on the political landscape in Delhi, criticizing AAP leaders for their roles in Punjab after holding power in Delhi. However, responses from the accused leaders were not reported.
Addressing the Delhi High Court’s recent remarks on Muslim personal law, Singh stated that if a girl under 18 years of age is married and files a complaint, legal action could be taken under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Act. He asserted that the court clarified that Muslim personal law and its provisions cannot supersede the POCSO Act or Indian law.
Singh concluded by affirming that any case falling within the legal framework will lead to appropriate action against the involved parties. He reiterated the importance of adhering to constitutional and legal provisions when conflicts arise between personal laws and the country’s criminal laws.
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