Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized the Congress, alleging connections between its leaders and Maoists and Left-Wing Extremists. He highlighted interactions between some Congress members and these groups, despite the party’s anti-extremism stance.
Rijiju’s comments followed Home Minister Amit Shah’s statement in the Lok Sabha about the declining Naxalism threat in India. Shah mentioned progress in curbing Maoist activities, especially in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region, now focused on development efforts.
Acknowledging the toll of Naxal violence on political workers, Rijiju urged scrutiny of Congress leaders’ actions. He emphasized the need for accountability within the party, questioning the leadership’s role in incidents involving Left-Wing extremists.
Rijiju also criticized the Congress for negativity and political opportunism, claiming a decline in its influence. He expressed confidence in India’s security under PM Narendra Modi’s leadership, despite global challenges, and called for unity during difficult times.
