States Himanta Biswa Sarma to Giriraj Singh, BJP Slam Congress Over Viral Video of Mallikarjun Kharge Being Snubbed During Priyanka Gandhi's Nomination The BJP has condemned the Congress party for allegedly disrespecting Mallikarjun Kharge in a viral video where he waits outside while Priyanka Gandhi files her nomination for the Wayanad by-election. Leaders like Himanta Biswa Sarma and Giriraj Singh emphasize a troubling pattern of disregard for Dalit leaders within Congress. Harsh Oct 24, 2024 12:58 GMT Credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Priyanka Gandhi Wayanad Viral Video: BJP has criticised the Congress party over a viral video of Mallikarjun Kharge. The video shows Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge waiting outside the room while Priyanka Gandhi filed her nomination for the Wayanad by-election. This has led to strong reactions from various BJP leaders, including Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Union Minister Prahlad Joshi, who have accused Congress of insulting a senior Dalit leader. Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Strong Condemnation It’s deeply disheartening to witness the disrespect shown towards a veteran Parliamentarian and Dalit leader like Shri @kharge Ji by the so-called Holy Trinity in Wayanad today.Whether it’s the President of AICC or PCC, does the Family take pride in humiliating those they treat… pic.twitter.com/FCnKOloaxz— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) October 23, 2024 The video in question was shared by Himanta Biswa Sarma on X (previously Twitter), where he expressed his disappointment at the treatment Kharge received. He stated, “It’s deeply disheartening to witness the disrespect shown towards a veteran Parliamentarian and Dalit leader like Shri @kharge Ji by the so-called Holy Trinity in Wayanad today.” #WATCH | Ranchi, Jharkhand: On BJP alleging that Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge was denied entry while Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was filing her nomination for Wayanad by-polls, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says, "We have shown what is Dalit's position in Congress. Outside, Rahul… pic.twitter.com/UfUYXAqve0— ANI (@ANI) October 24, 2024 In an interview with ANI, Sarma elaborated on the incident, claiming, “We have shown what is Dalit's position in Congress. Outside, Rahul Gandhi portrays that Congress supports Dalits. However, the reality is different. Inside, Dalits are insulted.” BJP MP Giriraj Singh Accuses Congress of Disrespecting Mallikarjun Kharge वाह रे कांग्रेस ..सीता राम केशरी जी के बाद खड़गे जी pic.twitter.com/l9rm7apprs— Shandilya Giriraj Singh (@girirajsinghbjp) October 24, 2024 The criticisms did not stop with Himanta Biswa Sarma. BJP MP Giriraj Singh also took to X, sharing the video and stating, “Vah re Congress... Sita Ram Kesari ji ke baad Kharge ji.” Mallikarjun Kharge kept out of the room today during Priyanka Vadra's nominationLikewise, after removing the reservation, Rahul Gandhi will deprive the Dalit community of respect and opportunities.Gandhi family’s insult to Kharge proves their hatred towards the Dalit… pic.twitter.com/WRu0LCBfEh— Pralhad Joshi (@JoshiPralhad) October 23, 2024 Union Minister Prahlad Joshi echoed these sentiments, stating that Kharge being kept out during Priyanka Gandhi's nomination exemplifies a broader issue. Joshi stated, “Mallikarjun Kharge kept out of the room today during Priyanka Vadra's nomination. This incident shows how the Gandhi family disrespects the Dalit community.” BJP Spokesperson’s Remarks Dalit community will never forget this insult 🤯We feel bad for Kharge ji I am told Parivar is now forcing him to issue statement that he was not insulted :-( Parivar above Dalit Asmita https://t.co/ICqynvbex2 pic.twitter.com/yuZu0Fzpwn— Shehzad Jai Hind (Modi Ka Parivar) (@Shehzad_Ind) October 24, 2024 BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawala further criticised the incident, saying, “The Dalit community will never forget this insult.” He indicated that the Congress leadership might be pressuring Kharge to downplay the incident. “Parivar is now forcing him to issue a statement that he was not insulted,” Congress Strikes Back You cheap liar. I wish you knew a thing or two about elections and how many people at any given time are allowed inside besides the candidate Kharge ji, Sonia ji and Rahul Ji waited for some people to exit before they came in Now see these pics and shut up https://t.co/GMcWfl5JgO pic.twitter.com/SxoE3Xbks4— Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) October 23, 2024 In response to the allegations made by the BJP, Congress leaders defended their party’s actions. Supriya Shrinate took to X to dismiss the claims, stating, “You cheap liar. I wish you knew a thing or two about elections and how many people at any given time are allowed inside besides the candidate.” Shrinate insisted that the presence of leaders like Kharge and Sonia Gandhi was coordinated and that the BJP's accusations were baseless. Keep watching our Channel ‘DNP INDIA’. Also, please subscribe and follow us on FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, and TWITTER. Read More Read the Next Article