- Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the ruling BJD and the opposition BJP, alleging, Modi- Patnaik running a partnership govt in Odisha.
- He pointed out instances of BJD’s support to the Modi government on crucial legislations and mutual praise exchanged between the leadership of both parties.
- Gandhi’s remarks signify the Congress’s intention to challenge this alliance in the upcoming polls, positioning itself as the primary opposition force against the entrenched partnership.
- The Congress leader emphasized the parallel between the BJD and BJP, alleging that while Patnaik supports Modi’s agenda in Delhi, he reciprocates by facilitating the CM’s governance in Odisha.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the ruling BJD and the opposition BJP, alleging the existence of a “partnership government” led by Narendra Modi and Naveen Patnaik in Odisha. As he led the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra into Odisha, Gandhi addressed the public, highlighting issues of large-scale migration, injustice to tribals and backward classes, and the exploitation of natural resources by industrialists.
Gandhi’s accusations shed light on the close collaboration between the Modi-led BJP and Patnaik’s BJD, evident both inside and outside Parliament. He pointed out instances of BJD’s support to the Modi government on crucial legislations and mutual praise exchanged between the leadership of both parties. Gandhi’s remarks signify the Congress’s intention to challenge this alliance in the upcoming polls, positioning itself as the primary opposition force against the entrenched partnership.
The Congress leader emphasized the parallel between the BJD and BJP, alleging that while Patnaik supports Modi’s agenda in Delhi, he reciprocates by facilitating the CM’s governance in Odisha. Drawing parallels with Telangana, where a similar alliance was dismantled by the Congress, Gandhi expressed confidence in replicating the feat in Odisha. This strategic narrative aims to revitalize the Congress organization, which has faced setbacks in recent elections.
Highlighting the plight of Odisha’s population, Gandhi lamented the mass migration of laborers to other states while accusing outside billionaires of exploiting the state’s resources. This juxtaposition of hardship and exploitation underscores the urgency for change and resonates with the grassroots sentiments of the people.
The choice of route for the Nyay Yatra reflects the Congress’s effort to reinvigorate its presence in regions where it once held sway. By traversing through tribal-dominated areas, the party seeks to reconnect with its traditional support base, leveraging the legacy of leaders like Hemananda Biswal, who last won the Sundargarh Lok Sabha seat in 2009.
Acknowledging the organizational challenges faced by the Congress, party leaders expressed their commitment to rejuvenating the grassroots movement through initiatives like the Bharat Jodo Yatra and the ongoing Nyay Yatra. This proactive approach underscores the party’s determination to reclaim its position as a formidable political force in Odisha.
Rahul Gandhi’s bold stance against the alleged Modi-Patnaik partnership government resonates with the aspirations of Odisha’s people, positioning the Congress as their voice against exploitation and injustice. As the political landscape evolves, the Congress’s narrative gains momentum, promising a new dawn for Odisha’s governance.
(With inputs from agencies)
