Jaipur: BJP workers on Thursday burnt an effigy of Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi at the party headquarters in Jaipur, protesting his remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The workers raised slogans against Gandhi and led a protest march from the party office to Chomu House Circle. Clashes were reported between BJP and Congress workers during the demonstration.
BJP State President Criticizes Gandhi
BJP state president Madan Rathore criticized Gandhi’s leadership, claiming it is leading the Congress party toward political decline. Rathore stated that Congress has reached a “near-extinct state” and termed Gandhi’s remarks against the PM as disrespectful to the nation’s dignity. He accused the opposition of indulging in “cheap politics” instead of constructive debate. “While the PM is working to strengthen India’s global standing and economy through foreign visits and diplomacy, the Opposition is focused on making childish statements,” Rathore said.
Toffee Distribution and Mockery
Rathore also distributed Melody toffees among BJP workers while mocking Gandhi over his alleged remarks related to “toffee and chocolate.” Referring to Italy as Gandhi’s maternal homeland, Rathore sarcastically claimed that the Congress functionary appeared more interested in “Melody toffee” than issues related to governance and diplomacy. He said Gandhi’s comments reflected “political frustration” and did not match the standards expected from a national leader.
Planned Awareness Campaign
Rathore announced that the BJP would soon launch a public awareness campaign against what he termed the abusive language used by Congress functionaries. He stated that the party would continue democratic protests against functionaries who, according to him, fail to respect constitutional offices. He also dismissed Congress’s proposed agitation over the NEET paper leak issue as “political drama,” asserting that the BJP government in Rajasthan had no role in the controversy. He contrasted this with alleged paper leak incidents during the previous Congress government.
