Congress condemns Kangana"s remarks on farmers protest

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their treatment of farmers, particularly in light of Kangana Ranaut's recent comments on the farmers' protest. Kharge highlighted Modi's derogatory remarks about farmers and his failure to fulfill promises regarding the Minimum Support Price (MSP) and farmers' income. He condemned Ranaut's statement, which suggested that anarchy similar to Bangladesh could have occurred in India due to the farmers' agitation. Rahul Gandhi also condemned Ranaut's remarks, accusing her of insulting the farmers who lost their lives during the protests. He emphasized that the BJP's propaganda has continuously belittled farmers, particularly those from regions like western Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab. Gandhi pointed out the government's inaction regarding the committee formed to address farmers' concerns and the lack of support for the families of deceased farmers. The BJP distanced itself from Ranaut's comments, stating that her views do not represent the party's stance. They instructed her to refrain from making such statements in the future, indicating a desire to mitigate backlash from the public and maintain party unity. This response reflects the party's awareness of the sensitive nature of farmers' issues in India. The ongoing debate highlights the broader tensions between the government and farmers, with the Congress party promising to ensure legal guarantees for MSP. The situation underscores the political ramifications of the farmers' protests and the need for the government to address farmers' grievances effectively.