Bihar BJP Leader Challenges Congress on Women's Empowerment Commitment
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Synopsis
Bihar BJP President Dilip Jaiswal criticizes Congress' new women-focused campaign, questioning their commitment to women's empowerment over the decades. He highlights NDA's achievements for women under Nitish Kumar and condemns recent communal violence in West Bengal.
Key Takeaways
- Dilip Jaiswal critiques Congress' commitment to women's empowerment.
- New campaign launched at Sadaqat Ashram.
- Jaiswal highlights NDA government's achievements for women in Bihar.
- Condemnation of communal violence in Murshidabad.
- Call for unity among all religious communities.
Patna, April 18 (NationPress) Bihar BJP President Dilip Jaiswal criticized the Congress party’s newly initiated women-focused campaign, ‘Mahila Ki Baat, Congress Ke Sath’, questioning the party’s dedication to women's empowerment during its long tenure in power.
The campaign was officially launched on Friday at the Congress state headquarters, Sadaqat Ashram, with senior leaders, including Mahila Congress national president Alka Lamba, Bihar Congress president Rajesh Kumar, Shakeel Ahmed Khan, Madan Mohan Jha, and MLA Pratima Das unveiling the campaign poster.
In a statement to IANS, Dilip Jaiswal remarked, "What was the Congress doing for 65 years? Today, they suddenly remember women’s respect and rights? Why didn’t they provide reservation for women when they were in power for decades?"
Highlighting the accomplishments of the NDA government in Bihar, Jaiswal underscored the initiatives taken under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
"Today, under Nitish Kumar's leadership, women have been granted reservations in local and municipal bodies, in government jobs, and recently, in educational institutions. No other state has achieved as much as Bihar for women's empowerment," he stated.
“The 'Jeevika Didi' program, which started here, is now being replicated at the national level by the Modi government. This is genuine empowerment, not mere slogans.”
Jaiswal also condemned the recent communal violence in Murshidabad, West Bengal, labeling it as “inhuman” and “deeply shameful.”
He accused the INDIA Bloc and the Mamata Banerjee government of intentionally inciting religious discord for political advantage.
"Such incidents are part of a broader agenda to divide Hindus and Muslims for political gain. But the reality is, Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, and Christians are all equal citizens of this country. Those engaged in the violence do not represent any religion; they are anti-social elements. They must be dealt with firmly," he stated.
He added, “These leaders thrive on hatred. During the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) protests, we witnessed similar tactics. I urge Mamata Banerjee to stop manipulating people’s emotions. Whether one worships Bhagwan or Allah, no one endorses such divisive politics. She must adhere to the Constitution and laws of the land.”
The violence in Murshidabad reportedly erupted during protests by segments of the Muslim community against recent amendments to the Waqf Act, which protesters claim would lead to centralization and misuse of Muslim charitable properties.
In the aftermath of the unrest, security has been significantly heightened in the affected areas. Paramilitary forces have been deployed alongside state police, and 274 individuals have been arrested thus far for their alleged involvement in the clashes.
