Mumbai, July 2: At the ‘Save Democracy’ rally organized by the Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee at Tilak Bhavan in Mumbai, several senior leaders and social activists expressed their concerns over alleged attacks on democracy, constitutional institutions, and civil rights. They emphasized the need for a widespread public movement to address these issues. Following the event, leaders shared their views on various political and social matters.
Meenakshi Natarajan stated that the nationwide assault on democracy is being met with widespread opposition. This rally in Maharashtra was part of that resistance. She noted that institutions have compromised and are collaborating with the ruling party, which prompted multiple organizations to organize this event.
In response to comments made by the Chief Minister of Telangana, Natarajan remarked that their struggle is ideological. She criticized the Chief Minister for aligning with constitutional values, stating that the biggest challenge they face is the ideological framework. She expressed concern over the theft of votes, indicating that such actions are detrimental to democracy.
Congress President Harshvardhan Sapkal addressed the recent incident of a man falling into an open manhole, attributing the blame to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). He highlighted that a child had died due to a falling tree recently, and now another life has been lost. He criticized the government for turning these institutions into hubs of corruption.
Tushar Gandhi, who also attended the rally, claimed that the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan’s candidacy was a conspiracy. He noted that the event was organized to highlight such conspiracies and the threats to democracy. Gandhi pointed out that there has been a systematic theft of votes, the right to vote, and now even the representatives of the people. He called for a movement to express public outrage on these issues, likening it to a struggle for freedom. He stressed the need to break the chains of ideological slavery.
Regarding the Ram Mandir issue, he mentioned that society has become morally degraded, as those who steal continue to do so without fear. He questioned how a thief could be entrusted with the responsibility of guarding against theft.
On the fragmentation of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), he described it as an example of the temptations of power. He lamented that representatives have lost their ideological integrity and are merely seeking to remain close to power. This trend is evident in states like Bengal and Maharashtra, where parties that pose a challenge are often dismantled.
Charan Sapra commented on the recent incidents in Mumbai, where trees have fallen and people have fallen into manholes, leading to fatalities. He suggested that the government and BMC should be held accountable for these issues, accusing them of rampant corruption.
He further criticized the BJP for its politics of hatred and division, asserting that if such individuals govern, the public should reconsider their choices.
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