PM Modi Accuses Congress of Betraying DMK, Calls It 'Parasitic Party'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the Congress party of betraying the DMK in Tamil Nadu, alleging that the Congress had 'backstabbed' its former ally in pursuit of power. Speaking at a BJP rally at HAL Airport in Bengaluru, Modi said the Congress had relied on DMK's support for a decade before 2014 and described the party as 'parasitic' for needing other parties to stay relevant.

He claimed the Congress had maintained a 25- to 30-year alliance with the DMK but exploited the relationship, particularly after differing election outcomes in Tamil Nadu created an opportunity for the Congress to break ranks. Modi alleged that the Congress-led opposition alliance displayed arrogance in defeat, disrespected constitutional institutions, and lacked a constructive agenda beyond criticism.

The Prime Minister contrasted BJP's record, stating the party has governed for 12 years across 21 regions on a platform of development, lifted 25 crore people out of poverty, and expanded its presence from three seats in West Bengal to over 200. He cited gains in Kerala, where BJP increased its seat count from one to three, and predicted future electoral success in states like Karnataka and Kerala.

Modi also criticized Congress-led state governments in Himachal Pradesh, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, and Kerala, alleging financial mismanagement, leadership crises, and farmer distress. He mocked delays in government formation in Kerala and questioned whether the Congress could decide between power-sharing or full leadership.

The Prime Minister urged national patience amid global challenges, including the West Asia conflict and its economic impact on India. He called for unity and resource conservation, drawing parallels to the country's resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic. The BJP is expected to continue its campaign in southern states ahead of upcoming assembly elections.