New Delhi, June 23: Congress Rajya Sabha member JB Mathur has targeted the central government regarding George Kurian’s resignation, Maharashtra’s ‘Operation Tiger’, and the ongoing internal strife within the Trinamool Congress (TMC). He accused the government of a continuous decline in political ethics, raising serious questions about the democratic framework in the country.
Responding to George Kurian’s resignation, Mathur stated that the decision of who to include in the cabinet is the prerogative of the government and the party. He alleged that minorities are not given adequate importance and emphasized that every community deserves respect and proper representation.
On the allegations of corruption related to ‘Operation Tiger’ in Maharashtra, Mathur criticized the BJP, claiming that while the party is buying off MPs, those in power are trying to exploit the situation in every possible way. He asserted that corruption has reached the highest levels and should be investigated thoroughly.
Mathur pointed out that opposition leaders are often accused of corruption, only to be later absorbed into the BJP, effectively being ‘cleaned’ by the so-called ‘washing machine’. He described this trend as dangerous for democracy, highlighting the presence of ‘democratic corruption’ in the country, where abuse of power, violation of constitutional oaths, and exploitation of institutions for political gain are rampant.
Referring to recent fire incidents in Lucknow and Delhi that resulted in the tragic deaths of 15 students, he expressed deep sorrow and questioned why such incidents keep recurring. He called for a review of safety standards and remarked that whether under a double-engine government or any other administration, the inability to prevent such tragedies is a serious concern.
Mathur extended condolences to the victims’ families and demanded adequate compensation, insisting that a thorough investigation into the causes of these accidents is essential to prevent future occurrences.
Commenting on recent developments and political changes within the TMC, Mathur noted that the country is experiencing a phase where political ethics are nearly extinguished. He mentioned that many leaders are making decisions under the influence of money, power, and pressure. While he termed it an internal matter of the TMC, he lamented the unfortunate weakening of political values and ethics in democracy.
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