Kharge blasts PM over ED move against Rahul, Sonia

Congress chief accuses govt of weaponising Central agencies like ED to intimidate opposition, says Nitish switches sides to stay in power; party to kick off Samvidhan Bachao’ campaign

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Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge launching a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar during a rally in Bihar’s Buxar district on Sunday.

Addressing a large gathering, Kharge accused the BJP government of weaponising central agencies like the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to intimidate opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi.

“Modi, you are using the ED to spread fear. But we are not the ones to fear, neither Sonia Gandhi nor Rahul Gandhi is afraid of your pressure tactics,” Kharge declared.

The Congress chief questioned the BJP’s contribution over the last 11 years, challenging PM Modi to name a single original idea his government has introduced.

In contrast, he highlighted the Congress party’s legacy, citing institutions like AIIMS, IITS, IIMs, ED, and CBI as milestone steps by leaders such as Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.

“What has the BJP or RSS given to this country? Can they name even one institution that reflects a national vision?” he asked.

Kharge also praised Dr BR Ambedkar's appointment as Law Minister under Nehru's leadership, underscoring the Congress' role in shaping modern India.