A fresh political controversy has erupted in Karnataka after a senior BJP leader publicly mocked Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for his recent 'high command' statement. The remarks have ignited a new war of words between the two national parties.
BJP's Stinging Criticism
BJP Rajya Sabha member Lahar Singh Siroya directly targeted Kharge during an interaction with reporters. "Kharge ji is the party president, but who is this high command? This shows there is dynastic politics," Siroya stated emphatically. His comments were made on 24 November 2025, creating immediate ripples in political circles.
The Core of the Controversy
The controversy centers around the perceived power structure within the Congress party. Despite Kharge holding the official position of party president, the BJP alleges that real decision-making authority lies elsewhere - with what is traditionally referred to as the 'high command'. This term has long been associated with the Gandhi family's influence over the party's crucial decisions.
Siroya's pointed question - "who is this high command?" - was designed to highlight what the BJP characterizes as a fundamental contradiction in the Congress's organizational structure. The BJP leader's statement suggests that while Kharge holds the title, the actual power rests with individuals outside the formal leadership framework.
Political Implications and Reactions
This exchange represents more than just routine political sparring. It touches upon one of the most persistent criticisms leveled against the Congress party - that of dynastic politics. The BJP has consistently used this allegation as a key weapon in its political arsenal against the opposition.
The timing of these comments is particularly significant, coming at a time when both parties are preparing for upcoming political battles. Such statements are likely to fuel further debate about internal democracy within political parties and the distribution of power between elected leaders and unofficial power centers.
As the political temperature rises, all eyes are on how the Congress party will respond to these fresh allegations and whether this will trigger a broader discussion about leadership structures in Indian political parties.
