Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Modi government and the RSS, accusing them of disregarding national symbols such as the Constitution, the Ashoka Chakra and Vande Mataram. He claimed BJP had no connection with India’s freedom movement.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge Tuesday met Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar and emphasized the need for a productive session of the Upper House of Parliament starting July 21.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge Saturday criticized the government's handling of the education system, stating that events like "Pareeksha Par Charcha" and "Exam Warriors" cannot mask the stark reality of falling learning outcomes.
The AICC Session, being held in Gujarat after 64 years, has become important in the wake of the discontent among Muslims over the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in Parliament last week. The Congress opposed the Bill tooth and nail during the debate in both Houses.
The Rajya Sabha was adjourned for the day on Friday after chaos erupted in the House as members of Opposition and treasury traded barbs over farmers' issues and no-confidence motion against Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar.
Even the Congress had planned a meeting with the Haryana leaders on August 3. However, looking at the clashes in Nuh in the state, the date has been postponed.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday came down heavily on the Opposition on the continued disruptions and ruckus in Parliament over the Manipur issue, stating that their conduct suggests that they have decided to remain in the Opposition.
The duo will celebrate World Tribal Day with local tribals here.
“If the democracy and Constitution of the country suffer a blow, it becomes our responsibility to unite and work together to save democracy & Constitution.”
The Congress chief made the remarks in a tweet, while presiding over a meeting of leaders from North East states of Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Sikkim for preparation of Lok Sabha elections 2024.
