'Deliberate Choice to Insult Deities': CM Dhami Slams Rahul Gandhi
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami accuses Rahul Gandhi of conspiring to insult Hindu deities and disrupt the economy during the festive season.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has launched a blistering attack on the opposition, specifically targeting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The Chief Minister accused the Congress party of orchestrating a calculated conspiracy to insult Hindu deities, undermine the 'Sanatan' tradition, and destabilize the national economy during one of the most critical festive periods of the year.
Accusations of 'Anarchy' and Conspiracy
Speaking to the media ahead of the celebrations for Navami and Vijayadashami, CM Dhami alleged that the opposition's actions are not mere protests but a deliberate attempt to sow instability within India. He went as far as to compare the nature of these movements to the anarchy witnessed in Bangladesh, stating that the opposition simply cannot tolerate the nation's progress.
"It appears that Mr Rahul Gandhi and his entire party have made a deliberate choice: to insult Hindu deities, oppose the 'Sanatan' tradition, and sow instability within the country," Dhami told reporters.
Targeting the Economy During Festivals
The Chief Minister highlighted a strategic pattern in the ongoing protests, claiming that roadblocks and street agitations are being engineered to strangle commerce. He pointed out that these disruptions are timed precisely when local merchants and traders are most dependent on consumer activity during the peak trading window of Navratri, Vijayadashami, and the upcoming Diwali.
Dhami asserted that by hindering the movement of the public and disrupting business, the opposition is actively damaging the economy. He noted that the business community is well aware that these disruptions are being orchestrated under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi and the Congress party.
Zero Tolerance for Lawlessness
Sending a stern warning to those attempting to disrupt the peace, the Chief Minister assured citizens that law enforcement in Uttarakhand would act decisively. He emphasized that the state is committed to protecting the sanctity and celebration of various festivals, including:
- Navratri
- Vijayadashami
- Diwali
- Bhaiya Dooj
- Govardhan Puja
- Chhath Puja
Dhami reiterated that anyone taking the law into their own hands would face strict legal action, ensuring that the festive spirit remains untouched by political agendas.
Wider Impact and Judicial Context
The Chief Minister's remarks follow complaints from traders and business owners across multiple districts who have slammed the timing of these demonstrations. In major commercial hubs, particularly in Delhi, wholesale markets have already been severely impacted by security cordons and transit blocks, threatening annual revenues that rely heavily on this festive cycle.
This political friction comes amidst a legal backdrop where the Supreme Court recently declined to issue urgent directions against protests by the Cockroach Janta Party at Central Park in Connaught Place. While acknowledging the concerns of traders regarding business losses, the bench, comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi, urged for "better sense" to prevail so that the public is not inconvenienced. The apex court has scheduled to take up the matter on October 26, following the Dussehra vacation.
Regional Celebrations
Concluding his address, CM Dhami extended his greetings to the public for Navami and Vijayadashami, marking the occasion with the inauguration of Hanuman Chowk. He prayed for the blessings of Lord Ram, Lord Shankar, and Lord Hanuman to be upon every family throughout the state.