BJP Slams Congress Over MLA's Meeting with Rahul Gandhi in Indore
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Madhya Pradesh launched a sharp attack on the Congress party this Saturday. They posted a photograph showing Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya from Datia with party leader Rahul Gandhi in Indore. The BJP questioned whether this meeting served as a validation or admission of Baraiya's controversial statements about women.
Controversial Remarks Spark Row
Phool Singh Baraiya recently ignited a major controversy with his alleged comments. He reportedly linked women's beauty to incidents of rape. Baraiya also associated sexual crimes against women from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes with what he termed as teerth phal, meaning the rewards of pilgrimage. These remarks drew widespread criticism and sparked a heated political debate.
BJP's Strong Accusations
Ashish Usha Agrawal, the BJP media in-charge, took to social media platform X to voice the party's concerns. He posted a strong message, stating that Baraiya's presence with Rahul Gandhi makes it clear that the toxic and perverted mindset towards women and SC-ST communities is not just an individual view. Agrawal asserted it reflects the collective thinking of the Congress party under Rahul Gandhi's leadership.
He argued that if the Congress had any genuine objection to Baraiya's conduct, they would not have allowed him to meet Gandhi. Agrawal emphasized this is not a mere oversight but an active admission of support for such views.
Targeting Congress Leadership
Agrawal extended his criticism to top Congress leaders. He expressed shame towards the Congress, particularly targeting Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi. He noted that while they speak extensively about women's empowerment, they remain silent on what he called the criminal mindset within their own party ranks.
He stressed that this silence can no longer be seen as neutrality. According to Agrawal, it has transitioned into active support for those who disrespect women. He reiterated that women should be treated as Goddesses and not used as political tools to be discarded or insulted for convenience.
Political Implications
This incident highlights the ongoing political tensions in Madhya Pradesh. The BJP's aggressive stance aims to put the Congress on the defensive regarding women's issues and social justice. The controversy surrounding Baraiya's remarks and his subsequent meeting with Rahul Gandhi provides fresh ammunition for political attacks as parties gear up for future electoral battles.
The Congress has yet to issue an official response to these allegations. Observers note that such exchanges are becoming increasingly common in the run-up to state and national elections, where every statement and association is scrutinized for political leverage.
