Mallikarjun Kharge Clarifies Controversial 'Terrorist' Remark Against PM Modi
'Clarified my statement in Chennai': Mallikarjun Kharge on 'terrorist' remark against PM Modi
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Mallikarjun Kharge, the Congress President, clarified his recent controversial remarks calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a 'terrorist.' He stated that he meant Modi uses central agencies to intimidate political opponents, not that he is a terrorist. The BJP has condemned his comments and filed a complaint with the Election Commission.
- 01Mallikarjun Kharge clarified his remarks about PM Modi, stating he meant to describe the misuse of power, not label Modi as a terrorist.
- 02The BJP has filed a complaint with the Election Commission regarding Kharge's comments.
- 03Kharge accused Modi of using central agencies to intimidate political opponents.
- 04He emphasized that his comments were made in the context of political victimization.
- 05The controversy arose during the last day of campaigning in Tamil Nadu.
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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge addressed the backlash over his recent comments where he referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a 'terrorist.' In a press conference, Kharge clarified that he was not labeling Modi as a terrorist but was criticizing the Prime Minister for allegedly using central agencies to intimidate his political opponents. This clarification came after the BJP condemned his remarks and lodged a complaint with the Election Commission. Kharge stated that his intent was to highlight the misuse of power and the 'tax terrorism' occurring under Modi's government, which he claims targets politicians and candidates. He reiterated that his comments were about the broader context of political victimization rather than a direct accusation against Modi. The controversy emerged during the final day of campaigning in Tamil Nadu, where Kharge also criticized the AIADMK for supporting the BJP.
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Kharge's remarks and subsequent clarification could influence voter sentiment and political dynamics in Tamil Nadu, especially as the state approaches elections.
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