Congress Leader Acknowledges BJP's Organizational Strength Amid Controversy
Digvijaya Singh's Remarks Spark Debate
On Saturday, Congress leader Digvijaya Singh acknowledged the impressive organizational framework of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its affiliate, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). He noted that the Congress party has areas that require enhancement.
His comments elicited strong responses from various Congress members, who argued that it is the BJP and RSS that should take cues from the Congress.
Singh shared an old image featuring Prime Minister Modi alongside veteran BJP figure LK Advani, stating, "Observe how a grassroots worker of the RSS and Jan Sangh rises to become a chief minister and eventually the prime minister."
He emphasized, "This illustrates the strength of organization. Jai Siya Ram."
Later, Singh clarified that his statements were solely focused on organizational aspects and did not imply support for the BJP or RSS. He expressed his opposition to the RSS ideology, stating, "They do not respect the Constitution or the laws of the country, and they operate as an unregistered entity. However, I do admire their organizational skills."
Congress Leaders Respond
Singh pointed out that the Congress party has "room for improvement" in its organizational capacity. He remarked that while Congress is fundamentally a movement-driven party, it struggles to translate that momentum into electoral success.
#WATCH | Delhi | On his tweet sharing an old photo of veteran BJP leader LK Advani and PM Modi, Congress leader Digvijaya Singh says, "I've been saying this from the beginning: I am opposed to the ideology of the RSS. They neither respect the Constitution nor the country's laws,… pic.twitter.com/sDfyS3Ldwr
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The BJP interpreted Singh's comments as a sign of "open dissent" against Rahul Gandhi's leadership within the Congress. Party spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari stated that Singh's remarks highlighted the collapse of the Congress organization under Gandhi's guidance.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor remarked that while Singh is entitled to his views, he also desires a stronger organizational structure within the party, emphasizing the need for discipline.
#WATCH | Delhi | On Congress leader Digvijaya Singh praising the organisational strength of the RSS, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor says, "Even I want our organisation to strengthen. There should be discipline in our organisation. Digvijaya Singh can speak for himself..." pic.twitter.com/VuawKAwRim
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Diverse Opinions Within Congress
In contrast, fellow Congress member Pawan Khera dismissed the idea of learning from the RSS, questioning, "What can an organization known for Godse teach one founded by Gandhi?"
#WATCH | Delhi | On Congress leader Digvijaya Singh praising the organisational strength of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, Congress leader Pawan Khera says, "...There's nothing to learn from the RSS. What can an organisation known for Godse teach an organisation founded by… pic.twitter.com/aD4PWgz3fM
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Congress leader Supriya Shrinate echoed this sentiment, asserting that the party does not need to learn from anyone and that others should learn from them. She accused the BJP of misrepresenting statements made by Congress members.
VIDEO | Delhi: On Congress leader Digvijaya Singh's praise for the organisational strength of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, Congress leader Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) says, "BJP presents statements by twisting and distorting them. We have no need to learn anything from an… pic.twitter.com/sV3LMuhTVA
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