Ramesh raised concerns about the freezing of the party’s bank accounts by the Income Tax department…reports Asian Lite News
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh recently addressed the media, shedding light on the challenges the party faces in supporting its candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. He attributed these difficulties primarily to a financial crunch exacerbated by what he described as actions taken by the central government. Despite these obstacles, Ramesh expressed confidence in the party’s electoral prospects, asserting that the opposition alliance would secure a resounding victory.
Ramesh raised concerns about the freezing of the party’s bank accounts by the Income Tax department and alleged that a substantial amount of money received through public funding had been misappropriated by the Prime Minister. He also highlighted instances of what he termed as daily humiliations faced by Congress leaders, attributing these attacks to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Acknowledging the challenges posed by governmental actions, Ramesh emphasized the party’s resilience and determination to persevere. He underscored the importance of supporting candidates who represent diverse sections of society, including youth, women, and farmers, and dismissed attempts by the BJP to intimidate the Congress.
Ramesh projected confidence in the prospects of the opposition INDIA bloc, predicting a clear majority of over 272 seats in the Lok Sabha. He anticipated that regional parties from the Northeast would align with the anti-BJP coalition following the election results.
Switching focus to China’s territorial claims and renaming of Indian places, Ramesh reaffirmed India’s sovereignty over Arunachal Pradesh and criticized the BJP government’s response to Chinese incursions. He accused the Prime Minister of weakening India’s negotiating position by denying Chinese occupation, emphasizing the need to safeguard India’s territorial integrity.
Characterizing the current election as a battle to safeguard democracy, the Constitution, and the country’s diversity, Ramesh criticized the BJP for perpetuating injustices against various segments of society. He outlined the Congress manifesto’s focus on addressing unemployment, price rise, and social inequalities, presenting it as a solution to rectify past injustices.
Addressing the exodus of leaders from the Congress, Ramesh dismissed concerns, portraying it as an opportunity for dedicated young individuals to step up within the party. He derided those who left as opportunists seeking refuge in the BJP, likening the party to a “washing machine” and Prime Minister Modi to a purifying agent.
Refuting Prime Minister Modi’s comparison of the Congress manifesto to that of the Muslim League, Ramesh condemned the analogy as shameful and highlighted historical alliances between the BJP’s ideological predecessors and the Muslim League. He affirmed the Congress’s commitment to its manifesto and expressed confidence in the electorate’s support for the party in the upcoming election.