Congress Challenges BJP-RSS Amidst Death Threat Controversy

The Congress heightened its offensive against the BJP-RSS on Monday, following a controversial statement made by former ABVP leader Printu Mahadev, which targeted Rahul Gandhi. Describing the remarks as a "chilling and heinous" death threat, Congress has called for swift legal action against Mahadev.

Pawan Khera, head of Congress' media and publicity department, highlighted the inaction against a BJP spokesperson who also made threatening comments about Gandhi on television. Khera accused the BJP of using threats as a means to stifle opposition, reflecting an ongoing ideological struggle between the parties.

Echoing these concerns, Congress general secretary K C Venugopal emphasized that Mahadev's comments represent a broader, toxic political culture endorsed by the ruling party. Venugopal stressed the imperative for the government to act decisively to uphold democracy and protect Gandhi from further threats.