Mallikarjun Kharge Clarifies PM Modi Remark After Row
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has clarified that he did not call Prime Minister Narendra Modi a terrorist, saying his remarks were misinterpreted during a heated political exchange in Tamil Nadu. The clarification came after his earlier statement triggered sharp backlash from the BJP and quickly turned into a fresh election-season controversy.
Kharge Clarifies Modi Terrorist Remark
Kharge said he never directly described Modi as a terrorist and argued that what he meant was that the Prime Minister “terrorises” political opponents and institutions through his style of politics and alleged misuse of agencies. His clarification was aimed at containing the fallout after the original remark drew immediate criticism.
BJP Attacks Kharge Over PM Modi Comment
The BJP reacted strongly, accusing Kharge of using unacceptable language against the Prime Minister and demanding a public apology. Party leaders also approached the Election Commission, arguing that the remark crossed political limits during the campaign period. The controversy has since become part of the wider political battle between the Congress and the BJP.
Tamil Nadu Campaign Remark Sparks Political Row
The row began during campaigning in Tamil Nadu, where Kharge’s remarks against Modi were interpreted by rivals as a direct personal attack. His later clarification shifted the emphasis from the word itself to a broader accusation that Modi’s politics is meant to intimidate opponents and public institutions. Even after that explanation, the dispute has continued to dominate political headlines.
