Sachin Pilot Questions Rajasthan Government on Kirodi Lal's Status and Bijaynagar Criminal Case

Jaipur, March 3 (NationPress) Former Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Sachin Pilot, addressed multiple urgent matters on Monday, including Dr. Kirodi Lal Meena’s role in the government, the Bijaynagar rape-blackmail case, and the current Assembly stalemate. He made these remarks during a brief stop in Ajmer while en route from Jaipur to Pali.

On the same day, Rajasthan Congress supporters warmly greeted the Tonk MLA, who spoke on several critical topics.

Regarding Dr. Kirodi Lal Meena’s ambiguous status within the government, Sachin Pilot stated, "It remains unclear whether he is a minister or not. He is neither confirmed nor dismissed, neither assigned responsibilities nor set free of duties — yet he continues to hold the title of minister.

“What is the source of this confusion? What are the underlying pressures? A government entity should have clearly defined roles, and if someone has taken an oath, they must have responsibilities. If not, they should step down. This uncertainty presents a very perplexing message to the state."

Discussing the controversy surrounding inappropriate remarks about late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in the Assembly, the senior Congress leader stressed the need for thoughtful communication in political discourse.

Sachin Pilot remarked, "Politicians must exercise caution in their speech, as the public pays attention to our words.

“Recently, inappropriate comments regarding late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi were made during a session — this was unacceptable. It transcends just the Congress party; it concerns the entire nation.

“Speaking poorly of someone who devoted their life to the nation is profoundly wrong. Everyone should practice restraint and avoid trivial or disrespectful remarks."

Sachin Pilot criticized the BJP government, claiming that their first year has been squandered due to internal strife.

"There is considerable infighting within the BJP leadership, with multiple factions emerging in Delhi, Jaipur, and Rajasthan. When governance and management are undermined, it is the public who ultimately pays the price," he stated.

Addressing concerns regarding the Congress party, Pilot affirmed that they remain unified in advocating for public concerns.

"Our legislative party is actively voicing issues both inside and outside the Vidhan Sabha. The Congress is a mass-oriented party that operates cohesively, and this will serve us well in the future. Those entrusted with duties are performing them effectively," he noted.

In relation to the Bijaynagar rape-blackmail case, Pilot voiced alarm over the diminishing law and order situation in Rajasthan.

"Crimes against women and other serious offenses are escalating in Rajasthan, yet the government has only provided assurances without any substantive measures.

“The control over the police is evidently lacking, and governance appears lax. Our party has repeatedly brought this issue to light, but the government's indifferent approach continues to permit such incidents. Even now, necessary decisive actions are not being taken," he expressed.

In response to accusations from BJP state president Madan Rathore against the Congress party, Pilot dismissed the allegations and instead scrutinized the ruling government’s effectiveness.

"More than a year has elapsed since this administration took office, yet they have concentrated solely on dismantling prior initiatives instead of enacting meaningful reforms.

“Concerns like employment, law and order, inflation, and investment have only been met with hollow announcements. The first year of governance is pivotal, and regrettably, this government has squandered it entirely," Pilot concluded.