Bengaluru, Oct 13 (NationPress) The Karnataka Minister for RDPR, IT, and BT Priyank Kharge has come under fire from the state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for his call to ban the activities of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The BJP criticized Kharge for his lack of performance, suggesting that he has turned to discussing the RSS as a distraction from his failings.

BJP State President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra remarked, "After being reprimanded for your zero performance in both your Ministry and Kalaburagi constituency, it seems you've opted for a new distraction: engaging in dialogue about the RSS."

He further questioned whether this was part of the latest directive from the 'Rahul Gandhi University', purportedly influenced by anti-India elements during his unexplained foreign travels. Vijayendra also pointed out that Kharge's father had once attended an RSS Sammelan in 2002, where he commended the organization for its societal contributions.

"Every BJP worker, including myself, takes great pride in our affiliation with the patriotic RSS family and the nationalistic ideals it embodies. We actively engage in nation-building initiatives championed by the RSS," Vijayendra stated.

On the topic of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, he clarified, "Wasn’t it the Congress that worked against Babasaheb in elections and denied him the Bharat Ratna? It took a non-Congress government, backed by the BJP, to finally recognize his contributions."

Vijayendra also alleged that reports of significant corruption among contractors were prevalent at Kharge's dinner meeting, raising the question of where that money is being directed. "Is it being funneled to the Congress High Command ahead of the Bihar elections? No amount of RSS criticism can erase your government’s corruption or the discontent over the deteriorating infrastructure in Namma Bengaluru and Karnataka," he asserted.

Former BJP National General Secretary and MLC C.T. Ravi mentioned that he would be inviting Kharge to a public debate regarding his letter to the Chief Minister aimed at banning RSS activities.

During a press conference at the BJP State Office, Jagannath Bhavan, on Monday, he addressed Kharge's claims that the RSS incites negativity and riots, stating, "In its century-long history, not once have RSS volunteers engaged in terrorism. There are countless examples of their assistance during natural disasters."

He noted that various organizations inspired by the RSS have gained public esteem and recognition, such as the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh, and the Bharatiya Janata Party. He emphasized that the Vishwa Hindu Parishad promotes unity among Hindus, while groups like Seva Bharati and Vidya Bharati provide significant societal contributions. Labeling these positive initiatives as 'negative' reveals more about your own mindset.

"You have not earned your place; you have simply inherited a political legacy from your father. Unlike those who have labored at the grassroots level, you have not truly worked for public recognition or leadership," he criticized.

"Along with your political inheritance, it seems you have also adopted an arrogant attitude that drives you to speak irresponsibly," he concluded.