‘Promoting hatred for political ends’: Sonia Gandhi attacks PM Modi and BJP in video message

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing them of promoting hatred for political ends and asking voters to reject followers of lies and deception. hate.

In a video message posted on the official X account of the Congress party (formerly Twitter), Sonia Gandhi said that the aim of Modi and the BJP was only to grab power at all costs.

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“Today, in every corner of the country, youth are facing unemployment, women are facing atrocities, Dalits, tribals, backward classes and minorities are facing terrible discrimination. This atmosphere is due to the intentions of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP. Their aim is only to gain power at all costs,” Gandhi said.

Further stating that they have promoted hatred for political purposes, the Congress leader added, “The Congress Party and I have always strived for the progress of all, justice for the underprivileged and to strengthen the country. The Congress-INDIA alliance is dedicated to protecting the Constitution and democracy.

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“The fact that our Constitution and our democracy are under threat, that our poor are being left behind and that the social fabric is being torn apart fills me with anguish. Today, I once again ask for your support. Our ‘Nyay Patra’ and guarantees are aimed at uniting our nation and working for the poor, youth, women, farmers, workers and underprivileged communities of India,” Gandhi said.

Calling on voters to vote for the Congress for a Better Future, she said: “Reject the proponents of lies and hatred and vote for the Congress for a Better and More Equal Future for all. Together, let’s build a stronger and more united India, with peace and harmony for all. »

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Gandhi’s call came on Tuesday as the country voted in the third phase of the seven-phase 2024 Lok Sabha elections.