New Delhi, Feb 2 (PTI) – Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a fierce attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday, calling Modi the "Sardar of liars" and branding Kejriwal as his "baap (father) in deception."
Addressing a public rally in Mustafabad, Kharge accused Kejriwal of betraying Anna Hazare and misleading the people of Delhi for political gain. He urged voters to use AAP’s own election symbol, the broom, to sweep the party out of power.
Kharge’s Direct Attack on Kejriwal
Targeting Kejriwal’s political journey, Kharge claimed the Delhi CM rose to power through lies and false promises.He further ridiculed Kejriwal’s shift from an aam aadmi (common man) to a lavish lifestyle:
Modi and Kejriwal: "Two Sides of the Same Coin"
Kharge didn’t hold back on Modi either, taking a jibe at the PM’s humble background narrative.Drawing parallels between the two leaders, he remarked:
Kharge also accused both leaders of failing farmers and youth, highlighting Modi’s unfulfilled promises on employment and agrarian distress.
Delhi Riots and AAP’s Silence
In a sharp critique, Kharge questioned Kejriwal’s and BJP leaders' absence during the 2020 Delhi riots, reminding the audience that Rahul Gandhi stood with the victims in Mustafabad, while others remained silent.Congress' Legacy vs Modi’s ‘Arrogance’
Kharge underscored the Congress party’s contributions to India's independence and development, contrasting it with Modi’s claims.He also took a dig at Modi’s economic policies, calling out the rupee’s depreciation.
A Call to Action: ‘Sweep Out AAP and BJP’
Urging voters to reject both AAP and BJP, Kharge asked them to support Congress candidate Ali Mehdi, promising dedicated service.He also warned against vote-splitters targeting Muslims and Dalits, in an apparent reference to AIMIM, which has fielded Tahir Hussain from the seat.
As the Lok Sabha elections draw near, Kharge’s blistering speech signals a heated battle ahead in Delhi’s political landscape.
