BJP Accuses Gehlot of Distracting from Congress Struggles
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Jaipur, April 13 (NationPress) In response to a recent comment made by former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, BJP State President Madan Rathore stated on Monday that Gehlot is issuing groundless and irrelevant statements aimed at shifting focus from the turmoil and shortcomings within his own party.
Rathore noted that the Bharatiya Janata Party is a cohesive and well-structured political entity where leaders communicate their perspectives responsibly.
He urged Gehlot to reflect before making remarks about the BJP's internal affairs, particularly as his own party grapples with ongoing leadership challenges.
Rathore pointed out that Gehlot appears to have forgotten the power struggles that characterized his own term as Chief Minister, an event that remains vivid in public memory.
He remarked that Gehlot had to resort to “hotel confinement” to protect his administration during that tumultuous period. Referring to senior BJP leader Vasundhara Raje, he emphasized that her leadership and contributions are widely acknowledged and respected within the party.
According to Rathore, Gehlot’s comments reflect blatant political opportunism. He further asserted that India’s foreign policy stands strong, balanced, and firmly aligned with national interests, positioning the nation as a decisive global leader that has received global commendation.
He expressed disappointment over Gehlot’s questioning of India’s international stature by comparing it to Pakistan, stating that such comments are not only inappropriate but also detrimental to the nation’s global image.
Rathore also highlighted that while the Congress party claims to be unified in Rajasthan, the reality is marked by profound internal divisions.
He pointed out that frequent disagreements among senior Congress leaders, including Ashok Gehlot, Govind Singh Dotasra, Tikaram Jully, and Sachin Pilot, continue to emerge.
Rathore asserted that the Congress party's claims of unity are merely superficial.
He concluded by stating that the preceding Congress administration spent most of its time focused on maintaining power rather than on governance, with many election-year promises remaining unfulfilled.
Ultimately, Rathore encouraged Gehlot to concentrate on resolving issues within his own party, while the BJP stands united, with its members working collaboratively and cohesively.