'Reflects Their Culture': BJP MP Mukesh Dalal Slams Kharge Over PM Modi Remarks
BJP MP Mukesh Dalal criticizes Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for using abusive language against PM Modi during a Patna event.
A political firestorm has erupted after Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Mukesh Dalal launched a scathing attack on Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. The controversy stems from remarks made by Kharge during a public event, which the BJP MP claims demonstrate a culture of abuse within the Congress leadership toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The Spark: A Heated Exchange in Patna
The tension began during the celebrations of the 139th birth anniversary of Dr. Krishna Singh, the first Chief Minister of Bihar, held in Patna. While addressing the gathering, Mallikarjun Kharge was interrupted by an attendee who asserted that PM Modi would not be leaving his position.
Responding sharply from the stage, the Congress President retorted, "Modi ka baap bhi jayega" (Even Modi's father will have to go), a comment that has since triggered a fierce reaction from the ruling party.
'A Culture of Abuse': Dalal's Reaction
BJP MP Mukesh Dalal expressed deep regret over the incident, suggesting that such vitriolic language is a hallmark of the Congress party's internal dynamics. He argued that the use of abusive terms against the Prime Minister is not an isolated incident but a reflection of the party's upbringing and culture.
Highlighting Kharge's age, Dalal remarked, "One of these leaders is 84 years old; he ought to understand his responsibilities." He further alleged that Congress leaders have lost touch with the common people and, lacking a constructive agenda, resort to hurling insults at the Prime Minister to gain visibility.
Dalal went a step further, claiming that the internal reward system of the Congress party encourages such behavior, stating that the more a leader abuses the Prime Minister, the faster they advance within the party hierarchy.
Shift to Global Diplomacy: The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum
Moving away from the domestic political spat, Mukesh Dalal also spoke about the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, which was hosted by the Parliament of India in New Delhi. The forum was inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and saw the participation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who welcomed various foreign delegations.
Key Highlights of the BRICS Forum:
- Global Cooperation: Dalal emphasized that the forum is crucial for fostering world peace and enhancing technical, economic, and defense cooperation among member nations.
- Diverse Participation: Delegations from 11 member countries and 10 partner nations attended. This included representatives from Russia and Brazil (full members), as well as Uganda and Cuba (partner countries as of 2025).
- High-Level Attendance: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Vyacheslav Volodin, Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, were among the prominent figures present.
The Agenda for the Two-Day Event
The forum is designed to strengthen inter-parliamentary ties and tackle shared global challenges. The conference is structured around four primary thematic high-level sessions:
- Resilience
- Innovation
- Cooperation
- Sustainability
Participants are engaging in deep discussions regarding institutional capacity building and the critical role of legislative oversight in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), emerging digital technologies, and the pursuit of sustainable development goals.