A political showdown erupted between the Congress and BJP on Monday following controversial remarks by Lalu Yadav against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sparking a war of words and the launch of the ‘Modi Ka Parivar’ campaign by the ruling party on social media. Lalu Yadav’s comments, made during a Patna event on Sunday, questioning PM Modi’s family and his adherence to Hinduism, triggered a swift response from BJP leaders, who swiftly embraced the ‘Modi Ka Parivar’ tag on their social media profiles, indicating solidarity with the Prime Minister.
In his speech, Lalu Yadav insinuated that PM Modi, lacking a family of his own, did not embody the true essence of Hinduism. Reacting to this, several BJP leaders, including Amit Shah and JP Nadda, adopted the ‘Modi Ka Parivar’ label, symbolizing their allegiance to PM Modi’s leadership. The move prompted Congress leader Digvijaya Singh to mockingly remark that the BJP’s adoption of ‘Modi Ka Parivar’ signaled an end to their criticism of nepotism.
Madhya Pradesh Congress chief Jitu Patwari criticized the BJP’s shift in values, asserting that the party’s allegiance had transitioned from the ‘Sangh Parivar’ to the ‘Modi Parivar,’ highlighting what he perceived as a departure from the BJP’s traditional principles. Conversely, BJP leader Sudhanshu Trivedi dismissed the opposition’s criticism as mere jealousy towards PM Modi, emphasizing the Prime Minister’s dedication to serving the nation.
Addressing the controversy, PM Modi, speaking at a rally in Adilabad, Telangana, on Monday, defended his commitment to the country, refuting claims about his Hindu identity raised by Lalu Yadav. He reiterated that his life was an open book, affirming his unwavering devotion to serving the nation.
Lalu Yadav’s remarks during the Jan Vishwas Maha Rally stoked the flames of controversy as he questioned PM Modi’s religious practices, citing the Hindu tradition of tonsuring one’s head upon the demise of parents. The former Bihar Chief Minister’s comments drew sharp criticism from BJP leaders, who accused him of resorting to personal attacks out of jealousy and inferiority complex.
The escalating feud between the Congress and BJP underscores the deep-rooted ideological differences and the intensifying political climate in the run-up to upcoming elections. As the ‘Modi Ka Parivar’ campaign gains traction on social media, the clash between the two parties shows no signs of abating, setting the stage for further political confrontation in the days to come.
