The Indian National Congress has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of manufacturing false issues to impede parliamentary proceedings. This allegation comes amid escalating tensions between the two major political parties over recent controversies, reported the Economic Times.
In response to the Congress’s claims, the BJP has countered by criticizing the Congress’s recent activities. Karnataka state BJP chief Vijayendra labeled the Congress’s centenary celebration of the 1924 Belagavi Congress session as a “fake Congress” convention organized by “fake Gandhis.” He questioned the Congress’s moral authority to invoke the names of Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, asserting that the party has deviated from their principles. The BJP announced plans to hold a protest in front of the Mahatma Gandhi statue at Vidhana Soudha to oppose the Congress’s actions.
Amid these political confrontations, the Karnataka Congress government is considering establishing a fact-checking unit to combat the spread of fake news, especially in the lead-up to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasized the importance of identifying and eliminating sources of misinformation, highlighting concerns that fake news could incite unrest and communal tensions. The proposed initiative aims to enhance the state’s ability to detect and address false information circulating on social media platforms.
These developments underscore the deepening rift between India’s leading political parties, with mutual accusations of misinformation and attempts to manipulate public perception. As the nation approaches the general elections, the discourse surrounding truth and accountability in political narratives is likely to intensify.
