Raipur: Political tensions escalate in Chhattisgarh ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, as both BJP and Congress engage in verbal sparring. Opposition leader Charnadas Mahant has leveled serious allegations against the BJP, accusing them of intimidating Congress leaders to join their party. Mahant specifically named two individuals allegedly targeted by the BJP’s coercion tactics.
In a bold statement, Mahant declared, “The BJP is intimidating and threatening our leaders. I am openly revealing their names.” He highlighted the continuous pressure exerted on former minister Jay Singh Agrawal to join the BJP, warning of fabricated allegations if he refuses.
Furthermore, Mahant revealed that former organization secretary Arun Sisodia was also intimidated by the BJP. This coercion, he claims, is part of a larger strategy to coerce Congress leaders into defecting to the BJP or conspiring against the Congress.
The intimidation tactics, Mahant emphasized, extend beyond individual leaders. He alleged that BJP is threatening workers and officials across Lok Sabha constituencies, from Janjgir to other regions. However, he asserted that despite these threats, they will not succumb to fear tactics.
This revelation by Mahant sheds light on the intense political maneuvering occurring within Chhattisgarh’s political landscape. The BJP’s alleged pressure tactics underscore their efforts to bolster their ranks ahead of the elections, while the Congress remains steadfast in the face of intimidation.
As the political rhetoric intensifies, it remains to be seen how these allegations will impact the electoral dynamics in Chhattisgarh. The accusations levied by Mahant highlight the high stakes involved in the run-up to the Lok Sabha elections and the fierce competition between the BJP and Congress for political supremacy in the state.
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