RaipurCongress President Mallikarjun Kharge urged voters to save the country by choosing Congress while addressing an election rally in Sukma’s Konta constituency on Wednesday. Konta (ST), which is represented by Kawasi Lakhma, has been a traditional Congress seat.Kharge urged voters to support the Congress in the upcoming elections, emphasizing the party’s track record of fulfilling promises and its commitment to the welfare of the people.Kharge targeted the BJP on several critical issues, including inflation and unemployment, as he rallied the crowd. He emphasized that it’s time for the people to make their voices heard at the ballot box on November 7 and 17.Highlighting the stark contrast between Congress and the BJP, Kharge stated that the Congress party delivers on its commitments and doesn’t resort to false promises or deceit. He drew attention to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unfulfilled promises of putting 15 lakh rupees in everyone’s pocket by bringing back black money and creating 2 crore jobs, asserting that these pledges remain unmet.In his address, Kharge praised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s efforts to connect with the citizens, mentioning his extensive journey from Kanyakumari to Kashmir to unite the country. He contrasted this approach with Modi’s perceived distance from the common people.Kharge expressed concerns about the BJP’s neglect of issues such as the ongoing crisis in Manipur, where he alleged that the Prime Minister had not visited despite the gravity of the situation. He contended that Modi’s approach to the poor is distant, suggesting that his interest in their well-being is merely for electoral gain.The Congress leader emphasized the significant contributions of the Congress party to the nation’s development, including the establishment of schools, hospitals, banks, and various institutions. He dismissed the BJP’s repeated questioning of Congress’s accomplishments over the last 70 years, pointing out that democracy and the constitution are upheld, allowing Modi to serve as Prime Minister today.Kharge further criticized the BJP for selling off public assets to private conglomerates and failing to address critical issues like inflation and unemployment. He highlighted the Congress government’s commitment to tribal rights and welfare, citing examples such as the Nyay scheme for farmers, free electricity up to 200 units, and the protection of tribal lands, water, and forests.Kharge urged the voters of Sukma to consider the future of the country, democracy, and the constitution as they cast their votes, emphasizing the Congress’s dedication to these principles.The upcoming election on November 7 in Sukma is poised to be a crucial moment for the region, with the electorate weighing the promises and track records of the competing political parties.
