Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's recent political jab has sparked a fiery response from BJP leaders. The Congress leader described the BJP as the "British Janata Party," a comment that drew immediate condemnation from the opposition party.
Bandi Sanjay's Sharp Counterattack
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay launched a strong rebuttal against the chief minister's remarks. He pointed out that the Congress party itself was founded by a British civil servant named AO Hume. Sanjay suggested this historical connection makes Congress more deserving of the foreign label.
The BJP leader went further with his criticism. He declared that Congress has transformed into what he called the "Italy National Congress," a clear reference to the party's leadership lineage. Sanjay emphasized this point in a social media post that quickly gained attention across political circles.
Gandhi's Name and Political Legacy
Sanjay also addressed what he sees as Congress's misuse of Mahatma Gandhi's legacy. He claimed the party continues to use Gandhi's name for political advantage while ignoring what he believes was the leader's true intention.
According to the BJP minister, Gandhi actually wanted the Congress party dissolved after India achieved independence. Sanjay argued that Indian voters are now fulfilling this wish through their electoral choices by rejecting Congress at the polls.
Mocking the Skill University Announcement
The political exchange didn't stop at historical references. BJP leaders also targeted Chief Minister Reddy's recent announcement about establishing a "Young India Skill University" in Telangana.
Sanjay offered a sarcastic suggestion in response to this educational initiative. He proposed that the state's new skill university should introduce a special course on political awareness. The BJP leader even nominated Revanth Reddy as the ideal first student for such a program.
Questioning Political Awareness
The Union minister directly questioned the chief minister's understanding of politics. He stated that Reddy's comments demonstrate a clear lack of political awareness. Sanjay characterized the "British Janata Party" remark as irresponsible and evidence of poor political judgment.
Sanjay contrasted this with what he described as Prime Minister Narendra Modi's transformative leadership. He claimed Modi is successfully liberating India from what he called a "slave mentality" that Congress allegedly nurtured during its decades in power.
Beyond Caste and Religion
The BJP leader highlighted what he sees as the current government's inclusive approach. He stated that welfare schemes under the Modi administration reach people without consideration of caste or religious background.
This political confrontation comes at a time when both parties are positioning themselves for upcoming electoral battles. The exchange of sharp comments reflects the intensifying political competition in Telangana and at the national level.
The war of words between Congress and BJP leaders continues to dominate political discussions in Hyderabad and beyond. Both sides appear determined to frame the narrative around historical legacy and contemporary governance as they prepare for future political contests.
