Congress Leader Jignesh Mevani Condemns Ministers Over Illegal Trade Allegations
In a fiery address at a protest meeting in Gandhinagar, Congress MLA and state Congress working president Jignesh Mevani launched a scathing attack on Gujarat ministers, alleging their involvement in illegal activities. Mevani declared that any state minister who earns money from the illegal trade of liquor and narcotics is a traitor to the people of Gujarat.
Strong Accusations at Jan Aakrosh Sabha
Speaking at the Jan Aakrosh Sabha organized in the state capital, Mevani did not mince words. "I came here to say that any minister who earns from the illegal trade of liquor and narcotics is a traitor to Gujarat," he asserted. To bolster his claim, Mevani pointed to recent law enforcement actions, stating, "Drugs worth Rs 72,000 crore were caught off the Gujarat coast." This reference highlights the scale of the narcotics issue in the region and underscores the seriousness of his allegations against government officials.
Congress Party's Statewide Campaign Concludes with Protest
The Jan Aakrosh Sabha marked the culmination of the Congress party's statewide Jan Aakrosh Yatra, a campaign designed to gather public grievances. The protest meeting in Gandhinagar served as a platform to raise the various issues that people presented during the extensive campaign. Party leaders used this opportunity to amplify concerns from diverse segments of society.
GPCC president Amit Chavda emphasized the breadth of issues raised, noting that farmers, women, youth, and others brought forward several critical matters during the Jan Aakrosh Yatra. Chavda assured that the party plans to highlight these concerns in the upcoming assembly session, aiming to hold the government accountable for addressing public woes.
National Leaders Weigh In on Broader Issues
Adding to the discourse, AICC general secretary in charge of Gujarat, Mukul Wasnik, addressed the rally with a focus on economic policies. Wasnik warned that the trade deal with the US will hurt Indian farmers, expressing concerns over potential adverse impacts on the agricultural sector. This statement reflects the party's broader critique of government policies beyond the immediate allegations of illegal trade.
The event underscored the Congress party's strategy to combine local grievances with national issues, creating a comprehensive narrative against the ruling administration. By linking ministers' alleged involvement in illegal activities to wider economic policies, the party seeks to galvanize public support and pressure the government into action.
As the political temperature rises in Gujarat, Mevani's bold accusations and the party's focus on public issues set the stage for intensified debates in the legislative arena. The Congress aims to leverage these allegations and campaign findings to challenge the state government's credibility and performance.
