Congress Accuses PM Modi of Endorsing Anurag Thakur’s Caste Remarks

Congress Moves Privilege Motion Against PM for Supporting Anurag Thakur’s Caste Remarks

Congress Criticizes PM Modi Over Support for BJP MP’s Controversial Comments

In a dramatic parliamentary turn, Congress has filed a Privilege Motion against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This move comes in response to Modi’s endorsement of BJP MP Anurag Thakur’s controversial “caste” remarks, which had been expunged from the official record of the Lok Sabha.

Key Points of the Controversy

On Tuesday, Congress MP Charanjit Singh Channi led the charge with a Privilege Motion accusing the Prime Minister of misusing his position. Channi’s complaint highlights that Anurag Thakur’s speech contained several objectionable statements. These remarks were removed from the parliamentary record by the chairperson of the Lok Sabha.

Despite the expunging of the comments, Prime Minister Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) to share Thakur’s entire speech. Modi described it as a “must hear” and praised it as a “perfect mix of facts and humour,” aimed at exposing alleged political dirt of the INDI Alliance.

This speech by my young and energetic colleague, Shri @ianuragthakur is a must hear. A perfect mix of facts and humour, exposing the dirty politics of the INDI Alliance. https://t.co/4utsqNeJqp
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 30, 2024

Congress Reaction and Parliamentary Debate

During the Lok Sabha session on Tuesday, former Union Minister Anurag Thakur made statements regarding caste without naming any specific individual. He provocatively questioned the motivations behind the caste census.

Congress Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, responded sharply. Gandhi asserted that while personal insults might be tolerated, the passage of the caste census bill remains a priority for Congress. He emphasized that the party remains committed to advancing the legislation despite the inflammatory remarks made by Thakur.

Political Implications and Next Steps

The controversy has heightened tensions between the BJP and Congress. With the Privilege Motion filed, there will be further parliamentary scrutiny of the Prime Minister’s actions and their implications on parliamentary decorum. This motion reflects the growing discord within Indian politics regarding caste issues and legislative priorities.

Congress’s move aims to hold the Prime Minister accountable and challenges the BJP’s stance on sensitive social issues. As the situation unfolds, it will be crucial to observe how this clash affects legislative processes and public perception of the political landscape.