Wayanad, Kerala, April 15: Rahul Gandhi, a prominent figure in the Congress party, has recently criticized the BJP and its ideological counterpart, the RSS, suggesting that India’s independence from British rule was not meant to replace one form of colonization with another rooted in RSS beliefs.
During a campaign event here, Gandhi expressed his opposition to what he perceives as the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s preference for a singular notion of nationhood, language, and leadership.
Gandhi emphasized the importance of inclusivity in leadership, questioning why individuals from diverse backgrounds – such as young people, autorickshaw drivers, and policemen – are not encouraged to become leaders, challenging the notion of a single leadership figure.
According to Gandhi, this difference in perspective represents a fundamental distinction between the Congress and the BJP. The Congress, Gandhi asserted, prioritizes understanding and respecting the varied beliefs, languages, religions, and cultures of the Indian populace, while he perceives the BJP as imposing a singular ideology from the top down.
Gandhi expressed confidence in his party’s prospects, stating his belief that the Congress would regain power both at the state and national levels.
Earlier in the day, Gandhi held a significant rally in Wayanad, where he addressed local issues, including human-animal conflicts and restrictions on nighttime travel, which are prevalent concerns in the region. Gandhi assured the crowd that the Congress is dedicated to addressing these challenges in collaboration with local communities and government authorities.
Rahul Gandhi began his election campaign in Wayanad by filing nomination papers and conducting a large-scale road show, building upon his significant victory in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls where he secured a substantial margin of over 4,31,770 votes. The upcoming polls in Kerala’s 20 Lok Sabha constituencies are scheduled for April 26, with results expected on June 4.
