Rahul Gandhi Claims Modi's Election Wins Depend on ED, CBI, and Income Tax, Alleges Manipulation
Opposition figures like Mallikarjun Kharge and Sharad Pawar echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the need for collective action to unseat the BJP and safeguard democratic principles.
Opposition leaders, including Congress's Rahul Gandhi, convened in Mumbai under the banner of the INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) grouping, criticizing the ruling BJP ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Gandhi emphasized the necessity of his Bharat Jodo yatras to address pressing issues such as unemployment, inflation, and societal division.
At the mega rally held at Mumbai's Shivaji Park, Gandhi asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's electoral success relies on entities like EVMs, ED, CBI, and Income Tax. He accused Modi of wielding a monopoly over corruption and suggested that political defections, such as those within Shiv Sena and NCP, were orchestrated maneuvers.
Gandhi underscored the importance of electoral integrity, advocating for VVPAT verification, yet lamented that their demands had not been met by the Election Commission of India. He envisioned Mumbai's potential as a manufacturing hub but criticized governmental impediments to Dharavi's redevelopment.
Leaders of the INDIA alliance cautioned against granting PM Modi a third term, warning that it could lead to the erosion of democratic institutions. They urged voters to make informed decisions, claiming that the BJP's objective of securing over 400 seats aims to alter the Constitution.
Opposition figures like Mallikarjun Kharge and Sharad Pawar echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the need for collective action to unseat the BJP and safeguard democratic principles. Uddhav Thackeray decried the rise of personality-centric politics, urging the public to reject the notion of "Modi Sarkar" in favor of preserving the Constitution.
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Tejashwi Yadav, Mehbooba Mufti, and Hemant Soren's wife, Kalpana Soren, condemned governmental overreach and alleged abuses of power by agencies like the ED and CBI. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin criticized the BJP's electoral financing methods and expressed solidarity with the opposition's secular and inclusive vision for governance.
Prakash Ambedkar of the Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi underscored the importance of unity in the face of electoral challenges, alluding to divisions within the opposition. The rally served as a platform for opposition leaders to galvanize support and articulate a collective vision for India's future ahead of the pivotal elections.
