‘Power Hungry’: UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak Slams Congress
UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak accuses Congress of power hunger and partnering with anti-national elements to survive politically.
In a blistering attack on the opposition, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has accused the Congress party of pursuing "anti-national politics" and being driven by an insatiable hunger for power. Speaking on Saturday, October 17, 2026, Pathak claimed that the Congress has not only lost its footing in Uttar Pradesh but is currently fighting a desperate battle for its very existence across the nation.
Allegations of Anti-National Ties and Appeasement
The Deputy CM did not mince words while describing the current state of the Congress party. He alleged that in their bid to regain relevance, the party has resorted to protesting alongside "anti-national elements." Pathak further claimed that the Congress is employing a strategy of "Muslim appeasement" in various regions to sustain its political presence.
According to Pathak, the internal turmoil and aggressive rhetoric coming from the Congress are symptoms of a deeper desperation, as the party is unable to accept the reality of its dwindling public support.
Backing Rajnath Singh’s ‘Regime Change’ Warning
Brajesh Pathak explicitly aligned himself with the recent statements made by Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. He asserted that Singh’s views are a reflection of the general public's desire for peace and the strict maintenance of law and order.
The context of this support stems from Rajnath Singh's recent accusations that the Congress and its allies are attempting to incite a "Bangladesh-style political upheaval" in an effort to force a "regime change" in India. Singh’s warnings were triggered by the rhetoric of AISA president Neha Bora and senior advocate Prashant Bhushan regarding agitations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
"Democracy does not permit the creation of anarchy," Rajnath Singh had stated, emphasizing the critical need to respect constitutional institutions.
Contrast in Governance: Modi vs. Congress
While criticizing the opposition, Pathak took the opportunity to praise the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He highlighted how the Prime Minister has successfully strengthened the Indian economy despite the prevailing global uncertainty.
To illustrate his point about the Congress party's history, Pathak pointed toward the 1975 Emergency, citing it as a primary example of the party's "anti-constitutional actions" and its legacy of harming the nation.