Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) launched a fierce attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of “dual ideology” and selective criticism over the BJP’s alleged favoritism toward industrialist Gautam Adani.
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Addressing Rahul Gandhi’s campaign targeting the Modi-Adani nexus, KTR questioned Congress’s silence on similar collaborations in states where the party is in power.
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Key Highlights of KTR’s Criticism:
- Selective Outrage: KTR criticized Rahul Gandhi for calling the ₹1 lakh crore Dharavi redevelopment project in Maharashtra under Modi and Adani a scam while ignoring the ₹1.5 lakh crore Musi River rejuvenation project involving Adani under Congress-led Telangana.
- Consistency in Criticism: “If Modi & Adani’s collaboration is a scam, how is it ‘safe’ when it involves Congress’s Revanth & Adani?” KTR asked.
- Sarcasm on “Safe” Concept: He further ridiculed the Congress’s changing definition of “safe” depending on the state or election, emphasizing their inconsistency in governance and policy.
- Twin Threats to Democracy: KTR labeled both the BJP and Congress as “twin threats,” declaring them unsafe for democracy and development in the country.
KTR’s Assertion:
KTR emphasized the need for transparency and consistency in political accountability. “Both BJP and Congress have failed to uphold democratic values and ensure equitable development,” he asserted.
Context:
Rahul Gandhi’s recent campaign criticized BJP’s alleged nexus with Adani in Maharashtra. KTR’s remarks highlight Congress’s own associations with the industrialist, exposing contradictions in their stance.