Hooda Condemns Attack, Demands Security for Dangi Family
Former Haryana Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition Bhupinder Singh Hooda visited the office of Congress MLA Balram Dangi in Meham on Sunday, a day after two unidentified bike-borne assailants opened fire at the premises. Hooda termed the incident deeply concerning and called for immediate action from the state government.
Hooda emphasized that the Dangi family represents struggle and resilience in the region, and their security should not be compromised. He urged the Haryana government to provide special security cover to the family and ensure strict action against those responsible for the attack.
Law and Order Crisis in Haryana
While interacting with the media, Hooda stated that the firing incident is clear evidence of the state's crumbling law and order. He claimed that incidents such as firing, extortion, robbery, dacoity, murder, and rape have become commonplace in Haryana. Organized crime has escalated to such an extent that 50 to 60 gangs are currently active in the state, openly claiming responsibility for their crimes.
Hooda noted that criminals appear to have no fear of the law, which is why Haryana has been declared the most unsafe state in the country in the Social Progress Index released by the central government. He added that everyone, from traders and businessmen to employees, officials, and politicians, feels unsafe today.
Criticism of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini
Targeting Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Hooda said, "The CM is spending his time in Punjab and the government no longer has any focus on Haryana. That is why I call this a 'non-performing government.' We had made the state number one in terms of development. According to central government reports, Haryana has slipped to the 14th position. Haryana is currently in a dire state regarding unemployment, healthcare, education, sports infrastructure, and law and order."
Gangsters Operating from Jails
Hooda remarked that gangsters are currently running their operations from jails in Gujarat or elsewhere. He drew a parallel to the situation before the Congress government took office in 2005, when criminals used to run gangs from within prisons. However, after the Congress government came to power, all gangs and organized crime were completely eradicated from the state. Not a single gang was active in Haryana during the Congress government's tenure, as the administration maintained a clear policy: either give up crime or leave Haryana.
Congress Party's Vigilance on Voter List
Speaking on the issue of the Special Summary Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Hooda mentioned that the Congress party is continuously holding meetings with its workers and providing appropriate guidelines. Instructions have been issued to all workers and leaders to keep a close watch on the process. He maintained, "We will ensure that no valid votes are deleted and no bogus votes are added."
