'Understand Your Role': BJP's Raghunandan Rao Slams Rahul Gandhi Over Delhi Rally
BJP MP Raghunandan Rao questions Rahul Gandhi's role as LoP and the INDIA bloc's planned protest at Ramlila Maidan over electoral rolls.
BJP MP Raghunandan Rao has launched a scathing attack on the INDIA bloc and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, questioning the motives behind the Opposition's planned demonstration at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan. The BJP leader urged Rahul Gandhi to move beyond "Gen Z" tactics and embrace the gravity of his position as the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha.
Questioning the 'Gen Z' Approach
Speaking to ANI, Raghunandan Rao expressed skepticism regarding the INDIA bloc's strategy, claiming they lack a concrete plan for the country. He specifically targeted the method of protest, suggesting that the Opposition is attempting to mimic the behavior of the younger generation rather than acting as a mature political alternative.
"INDIA bloc has no role or no plan at all on what to do, what not to do in India. They are just comparing themselves with the youth of Gen Z, and they want to come onto the road and demonstrate," Rao stated.
The MP further emphasized that Rahul Gandhi needs better guidance, adding, "He should be distinguished from Gen Z, and he should think that he is a Leader of the Opposition of this country. What is the role a Leader of the Opposition should play, that first Rahul Gandhi should understand, and his advisors should advise him in a proper way."
The Challenge Over Electoral Rolls
The planned gathering at Ramlila Maidan is centered on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. However, Rao challenged the narrative of the INDIA bloc, daring Rahul Gandhi and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to provide concrete evidence of voter deletion.
Rao specifically pointed toward the Kondareddypalli and Madhira constituencies, asking the leaders to identify the exact number of people who had allegedly lost their votes during the SIR process. He questioned what the bloc actually hopes to achieve by gathering in the national capital.
Telangana's Real Issues vs. Political Rallies
Turning his attention to the state of Telangana, the BJP MP argued that the priorities of the people are vastly different from the agenda of the INDIA bloc. He claimed that citizens are not worried about the deletion of votes but are struggling with basic governance and economic needs.
According to Rao, the pressing demands in Telangana include:
- Electricity: A demand for 24-hour power supply.
- Pensions: The fulfillment of the 4,000 rupees pension promise.
- Employment: Urgent jobs for the unemployed youth.
Rao took a direct swipe at Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, urging him to solve these internal state crises before joining political demonstrations in Delhi. He alleged that Reddy is following Rahul Gandhi's lead without a clear plan, which he described as detrimental to both Telangana and the nation.
The 'Dilli Chalo' Plan
The controversy stems from a series of activities announced by the INDIA bloc to oppose the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The Opposition is targeting Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, alleging irregularities in the revision exercise.
The planned sequence of events includes:
- Public Impeachment: A symbolic proceeding against the CEC scheduled for October 30, ending in a public verdict calling for his removal.
- Mega Rally: A massive "Dilli Chalo" march to Ramlila Maidan on November 1, as announced by Congress leader KC Venugopal on October 5.