'Creating False Narrative': BJP Slams Congress, INDIA Alliance Protest
Telangana BJP spokesperson NV Subash accuses Rahul Gandhi and the INDIA bloc of creating a false narrative against the Election Commission in Delhi.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched a scathing attack on the Congress and the INDIA alliance, accusing them of orchestrating "drama" and spreading a "false narrative" through their ongoing protests in Delhi. Telangana BJP spokesperson NV Subash claimed that the demonstrations, aimed at the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, are merely attempts to create unrest and capture media attention.
Allegations of Event Management and Unrest
Speaking on the recent developments, Subash alleged that the protest led by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders is a calculated move to stir up trouble. He characterized the street demonstrations as a form of "event management" designed to mislead the public.
“Rahul Gandhi, the Congress Party, along with the INDIA alliance, are creating havoc, drama, event management and media attention in the streets of Delhi,” Subash stated. He added that the BJP strongly condemns these efforts to manufacture unrest and present a distorted version of facts to the nation.
Addressing the specific grievances regarding the electoral rolls, Subash defended the integrity of the Election Commission. He emphasized that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) follows a strictly established and transparent procedure. “Election Commission of India, let them do their own job,” he remarked, insisting that the constitutional body should be allowed to function without political interference.
Pre-empting 2027 Assembly Elections
The BJP spokesperson suggested that the current political agitation is a strategic attempt to lay the groundwork for future electoral battles. He pointed toward the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled for 2027 in several key states, including:
- Uttar Pradesh
- Goa
- Punjab
- Uttarakhand
- Manipur
Subash claimed that the INDIA alliance is aware of its declining popularity and is attempting to build a foundation to blame the Central government and the Election Commission for their inevitable electoral losses. He argued that the Congress and the Gandhi family are disconnected from the people and the grassroots workers (karyakartas), which will lead to significant defeats in these upcoming polls.
Criticism of Bharat Jodo Yatra and Past Campaigns
The BJP spokesperson did not stop at current protests, also taking aim at Rahul Gandhi's previous initiatives. He questioned the authenticity of the Bharat Jodo Yatra, suggesting that the participation seen in such programs is often driven by financial incentives and professional event management rather than genuine public support.
“Even if you have done the Jodo Yatra, the results which have proven which is against you, that means people are coming only because you have paid money to them,” Subash alleged, adding that the Congress party itself is responsible for the country's current state.
He further drew parallels to previous controversies, mentioning that similar campaigns regarding the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and farm laws were ultimately rejected by the Indian electorate. He urged the citizens of India not to fall for what he described as the manufactured narratives of the opposition.
The protests in Delhi, which have entered their third consecutive day, involve high-profile leaders including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. The opposition is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing alleged irregularities in the electoral roll revision process.