In a scathing attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera has accused the central government of displaying blatant hypocrisy in its handling of the Australian women cricketers' harassment case. The political firestorm erupted as Khera highlighted what he called the Centre's selective approach to law and order matters.
Selective Justice: The Core Allegation
Khera's primary contention revolves around the timing and nature of the Centre's intervention in state matters. "The pattern is clear and consistent," Khera asserted during a press briefing. "When similar incidents occur in BJP-ruled states, there's deafening silence from the Centre. But the moment something happens in a Congress-governed state, the machinery springs into action."
The Australian Cricketers Incident
The controversy stems from a recent incident where members of the Australian women's cricket team reportedly faced harassment during their stay in India. While details of the specific case remain under investigation, the political implications have taken center stage in national discourse.
Political Battle Intensifies
Khera didn't mince words while criticizing the BJP-led central government. "This isn't about women's safety for them; it's about political opportunism," he claimed. The Congress leader questioned the sincerity of the Centre's commitment to women's security, suggesting that political considerations override genuine concern for citizens' safety.
The allegations come at a time when Centre-state relations have been particularly strained, with opposition parties frequently accusing the ruling party of using federal agencies and constitutional provisions to target non-BJP governments.
Broader Implications
This incident has reignited the debate about:
- The constitutional balance between Centre and states
- Political motivation in law enforcement
- Women's safety as a political football
- India's international reputation in hosting sporting events
As the political temperature rises, all eyes are on how the central government will respond to these serious allegations and whether this will impact India's standing as a host for international sporting events.
