NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a fiery response to the talk on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s deal with in Parliament on Monday, proudly proclaimed himself as ‘Sabse Bada OBC,’ slamming the Congress for what he termed as ”hypocrisy” and ”double requirements” in coping with leaders from Backward communities.
Congress Insulted Karpoori Thakur, OBC Leaders: PM
In a scathing assault on the Congress, PM Modi accused the occasion of disrespecting Karpoori Thakur, a stalwart from Bihar who devoted his life to democratic rules and constitutional values. He highlighted the latest conferment of Bharat Ratna on Thakur, underscoring the challenges he confronted throughout his tenure as Bihar CM in 1970.
“Congress party and UPA government did not deliver justice with OBCs. A few days ago, Karpoori Thakur ji was conferred with Bharat Ratna. In 1970, when he became Bihar CM, what was not done to destabilise his government? Congress can’t tolerate OBCs…They keep counting how many OBCs are there in the government. Can’t you (Congress) see the biggest OBC here (pointing towards himself)?” PM Modi mentioned in his reply to the ‘Motion of Thanks’ on the President’s deal with.
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“Congress party and UPA govt did not do justice with OBCs. A few days ago, Karpoori Thakur ji was conferred with Bharat Ratna. In 1970, when he became Bihar CM, what not was done to… pic.twitter.com/AqMemfzLNw
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UPA’s Injustice To OBCs
Continuing his offensive, PM Modi criticized the UPA authorities for failing to ship justice to OBCs. He identified the formation of the National Advisory Council throughout their tenure, questioning its lack of OBC illustration and affect. “During the UPA Government, an extra-constitutional body was formed. The government could not have its way before that body. National Advisory Council – did it have any OBC members? Find out,” he added.
Inflation Legacy Of Congress: PM
PM Modi delved into historical past, linking Congress to inflation. He recalled fashionable songs throughout Congress governance – ‘Mehngai Mar Gayi’ and ‘Mehngai Dayain Khaye Jaat Hai.’ Blaming Congress for inflation throughout their rule, he highlighted the insensitivity of their method. “Two songs on inflation were superhits in our country – ‘Mehngai Mar Gayi’ and ‘Mehngai Dayain Khaye Jaat Hai’. Both of these songs came during Congress’ governance. Inflation was in double digits during UPA’s tenure, it can’t be denied. What was their government’s logic? Insensitivity. They said – you can have expensive ice creams but why do you cry about inflation?… Whenever Congress came to power, it strengthened inflation,” he added.
Lok Sabha Adopts Motion Of Thanks
Lok Sabha adopted the Motion of Thanks on the President’s deal with after PM Modi’s impassioned response, the place he not solely lambasted the opposition but in addition outlined the federal government’s achievements. The movement handed via a voice vote, concluding a spirited debate with over 60 members taking part.
Budget Session Dynamics
The ongoing finances session, presumably the final earlier than the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in April-May, witnessed President Droupadi Murmu’s deal with to the joint sitting of the 2 Houses, setting the tone for the upcoming political occasions.
