Mayawati Slams Falling Political Decorum After Kharge's Controversial Remark
BSP chief Mayawati warns against derogatory language after Mallikarjun Kharge's controversial comment about PM Modi's father sparks outrage.
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has voiced her deep concern over the deteriorating state of political discourse in India. This reaction comes in the wake of a firestorm triggered by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, whose recent comments regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's father have sparked a nationwide debate on decency and dignity in politics.
The Spark: A Controversial Outburst in Patna
The controversy began on October 25, 2026, during an event in Patna held to commemorate the 139th birth anniversary of Bihar's first Chief Minister, Shri Krishna Singh. While addressing the gathering, Mallikarjun Kharge was interrupted by an audience member who shouted that "Modi will not go." In response, Kharge reportedly remarked, "Modi's father will also go."
This statement immediately ignited a political war, leading to a formal complaint being filed against the Congress President in Patna.
Mayawati's Warning on Political Animosity
Reacting to the climate of hostility on October 27, 2026, BSP chief Mayawati took to social media to express her alarm. While she did not explicitly mention Kharge by name, her message was a clear critique of the current political atmosphere. She warned that the use of derogatory language and the rise of extreme animosity in national discourse are dangerous trends.
Mayawati urged political leaders to uphold their dignity, noting that rhetoric driven by self-interest and the subsequent erosion of public trust in the political system are ultimately detrimental to the interests of the country.
BJP's Fury and Nationwide Protests
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) reacted swiftly and aggressively to the remarks. On October 26, 2026, the party organized protests across the country, demanding an unconditional apology from the Congress President.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah led the criticism, accusing the Congress party of repeatedly breaching the boundaries of political decency. Shah suggested that such outbursts are a sign of desperation, claiming the Congress is reacting this way due to a string of electoral defeats over the past 12 years.
The Congress Defense: 'Ideological Father'
As the pressure mounted, the Congress party attempted to clarify the statement. Congress MP Pawan Khera defended the party president, arguing that the remarks were being misinterpreted. According to Khera, the phrase was not directed at the Prime Minister's biological father, but was instead a reference to the RSS, which he described as the "ideological father."
"The phrase was intended to refer to the RSS as an ideological father rather than the Prime Minister's biological father," Khera stated in defense of the party president.