Congress MP Charanjit Singh Channi has filed a notice with Speaker Om Birla, seeking a privilege motion against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This follows BJP MP Anurag Thakur’s controversial comment about Rahul Gandhi’s caste, which was previously expunged from the House proceedings.
The Congress party condemns PM Modi for sharing Thakur’s remark on social media. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and other leaders argue that this act inflamed sentiments and criticized Modi for endorsing the comment that allegedly insulted various social groups.
BJP Responds with Counter-Accusations
In defense, BJP MPs accuse the Congress of manipulating the issue for political gain and question the sensitivity of the caste comment. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and others argue that discussions about caste are a regular feature of Congress’s political discourse.
Opposition Criticizes BJP’s Focus
The opposition, including Rashtriya Janata Dal’s Manoj Jha, criticizes the BJP for focusing on individual castes rather than the broader issue of caste census. They assert that Thakur’s remarks and the subsequent endorsement by the PM show a feudal mindset and an attempt to mock the caste census debate.
Political Debate Intensifies
The political debate intensifies with Congress demanding an apology from Thakur, while BJP leaders defend the remarks and question the Congress’s stance on caste issues. The ongoing dispute underscores the broader tension surrounding caste politics in India.