"Conspiracy by BJP, Amit Shah, PM Modi": Tejashwi Yadav Slams Centre
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav alleges a conspiracy by PM Modi, Amit Shah, and the ECI to hijack democratic institutions and rig elections.
In a scathing attack on the central government, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of orchestrating a massive conspiracy to compromise India's constitutional bodies.
Speaking at a high-tea meeting convened by the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, Yadav alleged that the ruling dispensation is systematically using central agencies to undermine democracy. He specifically targeted the Election Commission of India (ECI), claiming it has transitioned from an independent body into a political puppet.
Allegations of Institutional Hijacking
Yadav claimed that the central government has already weaponized several key agencies to serve political ends. He listed the Enforcement Directorate (ED), the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and the Income Tax Department as entities being leveraged to target political opponents.
"You are all aware of the manner in which Gyanesh Kumar has attempted to trample upon democracy; this is clearly a conspiracy by the BJP, Amit Shah, and PM Modi," Yadav stated, referring to the Election Commission's conduct. He added that while other agencies are being misused, the Election Commission has gone "ten steps further" in its perceived bias.
The RJD leader also linked the government's recent decision to denotify Jantar Mantar as a protest site to a sense of deep-seated fear within the administration. He argued that moving protest venues to the borders of Delhi is a tactical move to avoid the historical significance of central protest hubs, thereby betraying the government's anxiety regarding public dissent.
"They Will Face Punishment," Warns Yadav
The RJD stalwart issued a stern warning to those he believes are facilitating "vote theft" and rigging elections. He insisted that the Opposition remains united in its resolve to protect the Constitution and the legacy of leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Lohia, Bhagat Singh, and Karpoori Thakur.
- United Front: Yadav emphasized that the INDIA alliance will continue to fight as a cohesive unit to expose the alleged conspiracy.
- Accountability: He demanded that PM Modi, Amit Shah, and CEC Gyanesh Kumar answer to the general public for their recent actions.
- Commitment to Democracy: The leader vowed that the fight to save democratic institutions would continue until victory is achieved.
Corruption Allegations Surface from Kerala
The meeting also saw significant input from Kerala Minister Ramesh Chennithala, who bolstered the attack by raising serious allegations regarding the personal history of CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Chennithala claimed that the election process has been "completely ruined" by the current leadership of the ECI.
In a significant development, the Kerala Minister revealed that investigations are being looked into regarding Kumar's previous tenure. "I received an application regarding the misconduct and corrupt activities of Gyanesh Kumar 20 years back when he was a PWD secretary in Kerala," Chennithala noted.
According to the Minister, files detailing alleged corruption and misconduct are currently under review by the Kerala state's Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) and the Vigilance Director. He suggested that the Kerala government intends to take a strong stance once the details of these files are fully unearthed, adding further pressure on the central election authority.