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BJP’s negative politics and its impact on us

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A close-up of a person with glasses Description automatically generatedA heated exchange erupted on December 30, as the BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi for “flying abroad” during a period of national mourning for former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. The Congress leader’s trip became fodder for political controversy, with the BJP accusing him of insensitivity and exploiting the situation for political gains. This incident raises questions about the nature of political discourse in India and its broader implications for public sentiment.

BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla accused Rahul Gandhi of prioritizing personal leisure over national responsibilities, citing reports of his travel to Vietnam. Poonawalla drew parallels with past controversies, suggesting a pattern of indifference from the Congress leader. Similarly, BJP leader Amit Malviya claimed Rahul Gandhi's actions demonstrated contempt for Dr. Singh and alleged historical animosity from the Congress toward Sikh leaders.

The Congress rebutted these allegations, with MP B. Manickam Tagore questioning why Gandhi’s private travel bothered the BJP. Tagore highlighted that BJP leaders had continued their personal engagements during national tragedies, pointing to Prime Minister Modi’s activities after Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s death in 2018. This counterattack sought to expose the double standards in the BJP's critique.

 

Column at a Glance
On December 30, a political controversy erupted as the BJP criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for traveling abroad during a national mourning period for former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla accused Gandhi of prioritizing leisure over national duty, while Amit Malviya claimed his actions showed contempt for Dr. Singh.
Wednesday Wisdom
By Satish Misra
The Congress party countered, with MP B. Manickam Tagore questioning the BJP's focus on Gandhi's private travel and highlighting their own leaders' engagements during national tragedies. This exchange reflects deeper issues in India's political culture, characterized by aggressive targeting of opposition figures and a growing intolerance within the BJP. Critics argue that such tactics foster public cynicism and disengagement, overshadowing substantive political debate. The incident raises concerns about the quality of democratic discourse in India, as both parties appear more focused on point-scoring than on meaningful dialogue during significant national moments.

 

Beyond the immediate political skirmish, this episode reflects deeper fissures in India’s political culture. The BJP’s strategy of aggressively targeting opposition leaders, particularly those from the Gandhi family, has been a hallmark of its approach. Critics argue that this focus on discrediting rivals fosters public cynicism and disengagement from the political system.

The BJP’s treatment of internal dissent also raises concerns. Reports of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat facing pushback from Hindutva groups after urging restraint on divisive issues illustrate a growing intolerance within the party's ecosystem. This environment of sycophancy, coupled with stringent control over information, has led to a culture of fear and conformity among BJP ranks.

The Congress, too, has faced criticism for its response. Allegations that it used Dr. Singh’s death to score political points have cast doubt on its moral high ground. Furthermore, the controversy surrounding the location of Dr. Singh’s cremation underscores the failure of both parties to rise above petty politics during moments of national significance.

Ultimately, this ongoing tussle reflects a troubling trend in Indian politics—where personal attacks and partisan narratives overshadow substantive debate. As public trust erodes and political players remain engrossed in point-scoring, the question lingers: is this a sign of the BJP’s desperation or a broader decline in the quality of democratic discourse? Only time will reveal the true consequences of this confrontational politics.

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