Ashok Gehlot Slams BJP's Nitin Nabin Over Protest Remarks
Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot hits out at BJP President Nitin Nabin, accusing him of threatening the public and using inappropriate language.
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot has launched a scathing attack on BJP National President Nitin Nabin, condemning his recent comments regarding opposition protests in Delhi. Gehlot questioned the appropriateness of Nabin's language and accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of attempting to intimidate the public, opposition leaders, and the youth.
'Is This Language Appropriate?' Gehlot Questions
The political confrontation intensified following Nabin's remarks on the protests organized by opposition parties. Gehlot expressed deep concern over the tone used by the BJP chief, specifically addressing the perceived threats directed at citizens.
“Is this language used by Nitin Nabin appropriate? Is it right to threaten the public, the opposition and the youth? I want to ask Nitin Nabin this question. I condemn it,” Gehlot stated.
The Congress veteran also raised serious questions regarding the handling of electoral concerns, specifically mentioning the alleged deletion of 13.30 crore votes, noting that there had been no adequate response to such significant claims.
Accusations of Foreign Interference and Historical Digs
The dispute has taken a sharp turn into the realm of national security and history. Gehlot hit back at the BJP's claims that foreign forces are orchestrating domestic protests to spread anarchy. He pointed to Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra as a legitimate domestic movement, contrasting it with Nabin's assertions of external manipulation.
In a stinging critique of the BJP's political lineage, Gehlot made pointed remarks about the party's relationship with India's independence struggle. He alleged that those who failed to contribute to the freedom movement are now the ones questioning democratic demonstrations.
“Those who did not sacrifice even a finger for independence, and those who were informers for the British, are now raising questions about the opposition’s protest,” Gehlot remarked. He further accused the BJP of coming to power under a "mask" of religion and failing to deliver on promises regarding black money held in Swiss banks.
The BJP's Stance: 'Anarchic Competition'
The controversy stems from a press conference held by BJP National President Nitin Nabin. Nabin had characterized the current political climate as a dangerous "anarchic competition" involving the INDI Alliance led by Rahul Gandhi and groups associated with Arvind Kejriwal.
According to official releases, Nabin claimed that these groups are conspiring to disrupt India's peace and development due to their inability to accept the nation's progress under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He suggested that these activities are being carried out at the behest of foreign powers to create instability.
“These disruptive groups are now conspiring to halt India's progress and, at the behest of foreign powers, spread 'instability',” Nabin stated, adding that the strength of India's 140 crore citizens would ultimately defeat these "anti-national forces."