A delegation from the Karnataka unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially complained against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. They accused Kharge of delivering a provocative speech during an election campaign in Assam. The BJP leaders are calling for Kharge’s immediate arrest, alleging that his remarks could incite violence and endanger BJP workers.
The complaint stated that Kharge compared the BJP and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to a “poisonous snake” during a public address. The BJP delegation expressed concerns that such inflammatory statements could lead to violence against party members. They emphasized the need for heightened security measures to protect BJP and RSS workers nationwide.
Referring to specific sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the complaint highlighted provisions related to promoting enmity between communities and acts prejudicial to national integration. The BJP leaders urged law enforcement to take immediate legal action under these sections. They also mentioned the Supreme Court’s directive to address hate speech promptly, without waiting for formal complaints.
The BJP delegation raised apprehensions about the impact of Kharge’s speech on public order in Karnataka, where the Congress holds power. They alleged a pattern of hostility towards the RSS, citing previous statements made by state Minister Priyank Kharge. The complaint included a copy of the contentious speech excerpt for reference.
There has been no immediate response from the Congress or Mallikarjun Kharge regarding the allegations. The delegation comprised MLAs S. Muniraju, C.K. Rammurthy, Dheeraj Muniraju, Bengaluru North District BJP President S. Harish, BJP Central District President Saptagiri Gowda, and State BJP Spokesperson S. Prakash.
