BJP Calls for Action Against Congress Leader Kharge Over Remarks

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has called for action from the Election Commission of India against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge following comments he made in Chennai on April 21, 2026, where he referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as 'terrorising' democracy.

The BJP's complaint comes amid the ongoing electoral campaigns for the Tamil Nadu Assembly and upcoming elections in West Bengal. In their statement, the BJP asserted that Kharge’s remarks were a violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which aims to ensure fair competition during elections.

The complaint outlines that such language not only diminishes the quality of political discourse but also inflames public sentiment and could jeopardise the integrity of the electoral process. The BJP has described Kharge's use of the term 'terrorist' to characterise the Prime Minister as a form of 'extreme personal vilification'. They argue that this constitutes a gross infringement of the regulations that govern election conduct.

Calling the Prime Minister the leader of the world's largest party, the BJP claims that such accusations are damaging to democratic values and seek to undermine trust in the political environment ahead of crucial elections.

As the political landscape intensifies, the Election Commission will be tasked with reviewing the complaint and determining whether any actions should be taken regarding Kharge’s comments. The outcome may influence the ongoing campaign strategies of both parties as they navigate the challenges of public sentiment during the election period.