Congress Criticizes BJP for Ignoring Inflation and Unemployment Issues

New Delhi, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : Congress leaders have recently targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over rising inflation, caste-based politics, and incidents of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. Udit Raj, a prominent Congress figure, criticized the central government for the price hikes of products from Mother Dairy and Amul.

Raj expressed astonishment that while the price of LPG cylinders has soared to ₹1,000, the public remains largely silent. He recalled that in 1998, a similar rise in onion prices led to the fall of a government. He emphasized that since the BJP came to power, the cost of mustard oil has more than doubled, a price increase that had not occurred in the previous 70 years.

In response to questions about the appointment of Bimol Akoijam, who is accused in a sexual harassment case, Raj urged the BJP to examine its own record before questioning Congress’s committee appointments. He also referenced the Ankita Bhandari murder case, alleging that the accused was appointed as a governor.

Raj criticized the BJP’s narrative of “Hindu unity,” questioning who qualifies as a Hindu in the political context. He argued that while political parties claim to unify Hindus for votes, caste considerations still dominate personal relationships and social interactions.

Surendra Rajput, another Congress leader, echoed these sentiments, asserting that the BJP labels everyone except themselves as “election Hindus.” He accused BJP leaders of engaging in opportunistic politics.

Rajput also raised concerns about alleged corruption in temple construction, claiming that a 40% commission is taken in fundraising efforts. He lamented the state of BJP’s political ethics.

Additionally, Rajput expressed sorrow over a recent terrorist attack in Kulgam, wishing for the swift recovery of injured soldiers. He called for the BJP government to be held accountable for security lapses in Jammu and Kashmir.