Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has called out Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his controversial statement on the Indian state, labeling it "anti-national." Yadav emphasized the need for Gandhi to apologise, asserting that while criticism of policies is acceptable, remarks against the nation will not be tolerated.
CM Mohan Yadav Criticises Rahul Gandhi's Statement
In a strong statement on Thursday, CM Mohan Yadav condemned Rahul Gandhi's comment, which he described as "anti-national." Yadav stated, "Rahul Gandhi should apologise for his anti-national statement. Objections to policies can be raised, but such remarks against the nation will not be accepted."
The comments by CM Yadav come after Gandhi's sharp criticism of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat and allegations against the BJP and RSS for allegedly capturing India's institutions.
RSS Chief’s Remark Stirs Debate
The controversy began when RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat suggested that the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya should be celebrated as "Pratishtha Dwadashi," marking the "true Independence" of India. Bhagwat described the Ram Mandir as a spiritual endeavor for the Hindu community, aimed at awakening Bharat’s self-identity.
Bhagwat's remarks stirred significant debate, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi condemning them. Gandhi urged the public to "stop listening to the nonsense" and criticized Bhagwat’s statement as a betrayal of India's independence movement. He said, "To claim India didn’t achieve independence in 1947 insults every Indian. In any other country, such remarks would lead to an arrest."
Congress Plans Campaign in Madhya Pradesh
Amid the controversy, Rahul Gandhi and senior Congress leaders are preparing for a visit to Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, the birthplace of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, on January 27. The Congress party is set to launch the 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, and Jai Samvidhan' campaign on this occasion.
This visit and campaign are expected to further intensify the ongoing political tensions, keeping Madhya Pradesh at the center of the national political discourse.