Is the Current Political Climate an 'Undeclared Emergency'?

New Delhi, June 24 (NationPress) On the 50th anniversary of the Emergency -- often seen as one of the most troubling periods in Indian democracy -- Purnea MP Rajesh Ranjan, known as Pappu Yadav, vehemently condemned the current political atmosphere, comparing it to an “undeclared Emergency.”

In an interview with IANS on Tuesday, Yadav directed his criticism towards the ruling BJP, claiming that the existing circumstances reflect the authoritarianism of earlier times, albeit without an official announcement.

Challenging the ruling party, he stated that institutions such as the “Supreme Court, ED, CBI, and Election Commission” are functioning under the BJP’s influence. “No one can speak now,” he asserted.

Focusing on the BJP's handling of black money, he remarked that the party is avoiding discussions on crucial topics. “Just examine the BJP’s track record on job creation; have they fulfilled their promise of providing two crore jobs?” he questioned.

“What’s the situation concerning Agniveers? Our currency is depreciating against the dollar. Have you managed to bring back the black money?” he challenged IANS.

Commenting on rumors about Arvind Kejriwal's potential entry into the Rajya Sabha, Yadav accused him of placing personal ambitions above governance.

He further claimed that Kejriwal is fixated on securing a Rajya Sabha seat and might even replace Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to achieve his political aspirations.

“He is obsessed with money and power. Corruption is ingrained in him,” Yadav stated, labeling Kejriwal as the ‘B team’ of the BJP.

Yadav alleged that Kejriwal called for elections in Punjab for his selfish interests and declared that the AAP leader now exists in a “delusional world.”

“He caused suffering for Delhi residents, failed on the Lokpal front, and now dreams of entering the Rajya Sabha through underhanded means,”

Yadav asserted.

Regarding the BJP's ongoing attacks on Congress, Yadav referred to Union Home Minister Amit Shah as the “Sankat Mochak” of the BJP, but questioned his incessant criticisms of Congress.

“Every party should be allowed to contest on their terms. However, if you had invoked the name of God as often as you’ve mentioned Congress, Nehru, or Indira, perhaps God would have favored you,” he remarked.

Yadav reminded Home Minister Amit Shah of Indira Gandhi’s significant contributions, acknowledging her as one of the most dynamic leaders worldwide.

“Atal Bihari Vajpayee referred to her as ‘Durga.’ Do not forget 1971 and her leadership. Yes, the Emergency was a dark time, and people punished her -- yet they also reinstated her. Let the people decide,” he added.

On the topic of the Iran-Israel conflict, Yadav accused the US of imposing a ceasefire. “Iran is our traditional ally, and we must reflect. Trump’s actions have exceeded even Hitler’s,” he warned, noting that warfare is being utilized as a business model by global arms manufacturers.