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BJP counters Rahul Gandhi's allegations with historical accusations
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has responded to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's criticism of the BJP and the Election Commission regarding the freezing of the Trinamool Congress's name and symbol. BJP leaders, including Kiren Rijiju and Ravi Shankar Prasad, accused the Congress of betraying its allies, sidelining veterans, and causing the downfall of governments throughout its history. They referred to the Congress as a 'Bhasmasur' (a mythical demon that destroys its creator) and recalled historical instances of Congress's actions against its own allies and leaders.
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- Left (5): Newslaundry, Satya Hindi, Scroll.in, The Hindu, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (6): Amar Ujala, Deccan Herald, Mathrubhumi English, The Economic Times, The Quint, The Statesman
- Right (5): India Today, OpIndia, The Commune, The Pioneer, Times Now