Randeep Surjewala, the Congress party’s general secretary, made a controversial statement in which he called people who voted for Prime Minister Narendra Modi “demons”, Rakshasas.
#WATCH | In Kaithal, Haryana, Congress MP Randeep Surjewala says, "…Those who vote for BJP and are BJP supporters are of 'raakshas' (demons) tendency. I curse from this land of Mahabharat…"
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The Congress has defended Surjewala’s statement, saying that he was only speaking the truth. The party has also said that Surjewala’s statement was not intended to insult voters.
Surjewala’s statement has been widely condemned by political leaders. The BJP has called it “hateful” and “divisive”, and accused the Congress of abusing and insulting voters. The party has also demanded an apology from Surjewala.
BJP leader Gaurav Bhatia says, “This shows how ‘Ghamandia’ is now insulting the public in India…This shows that the mindset of “raakshas” tendency in India resides within ‘Ghamandia’. It is to be understood that these things happen only under the directions of Rahul Gandhi. A few days back, he said on the Floor of the House, “Bharat Mata ki hatya ho gayi hai”, I would like to humbly say that the public should be respected irrespective of the party they vote for. It is their right as per Constitution, Elections are approaching. People will teach them such a lesson that they will understand that in India’s strong democracy, people are like God and those who keep “raakshasi” mindset have no right to be in politics in India.”
#WATCH | BJP leader Gaurav Bhatia says, "…This shows how 'Ghamandia' is now insulting the public in India…This shows that the mindset of "raakshas" tendency in India resides within 'Ghamandia'. It is to be understood that these things happen only under the directions of Rahul… https://t.co/INpUOR3U5s pic.twitter.com/ebl4vu7HuM
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Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar reacts on Congress MP Randeep Surjewala’s statement; says, “Only a person born into a family of ‘raakshas’ (demons) tendency can think of using such indecent language. I think this is unparliamentary language. We will definitely take cognisance of this.”
#WATCH | Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar reacts on Congress MP Randeep Surjewala's statement; says, "Only a person born into a family of 'raakshas' (demons) tendency can think of using such indecent language. I think this is unparliamentary language. We will definitely take… https://t.co/INpUOR3U5s pic.twitter.com/4NApF7hyc0
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The controversy surrounding Surjewala’s statement has highlighted the growing divide between the Congress and the BJP. The two parties have been engaged in a bitter political battle for many years. The latest controversy is likely to further widen the divide between the two parties. The statement has also sparked a debate about the use of inflammatory language in political discourse.
Surjewala’s statement is an example of how political leaders are increasingly resorting to personal attacks, name calling and abusing and insulting voters in order to win elections. This is a dangerous trend that needs to be stopped. Politicians should refrain from making such statements, as they only serve to divide the country, incite violence and promote hatred.
It is clear that the use of inflammatory language in political discourse is a serious problem. It can lead to violence, hatred, and division. It is important for political leaders to refrain from using such language, and to instead focus on issues and policies that matter to voters. In a democracy, it is important for voters to be able to express their views freely without fear of being abused or insulted. Politicians should respect the right of voters to choose their leaders without interference.
