Every sacred tenet of Constitution being shredded into pieces by authoritarian regime: Kharge

Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes BJP for divisive agenda, authoritarian regime, and economic inequality in Republic Day message.

In a scathing attack on the BJP-led Centre, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge alleged on Sunday (January 26, 2025) that a hateful agenda, immersed in religious fundamentalism, has sought to divide the society over the last 10 years and every sacred tenet of the Constitution is being "shredded into pieces by an authoritarian regime".

He claimed that the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) practises pseudo-nationalism by making disadvantaged youngsters carry the flag of "nationalism" and "religious supremacy", but does nothing to get them employment.

In his message to the nation on the 76th Republic Day, Mallikarjun Kharge said it is high time that people preserved and protected the ideas and ideals of the Constitution — justice, liberty, equality and fraternity.

"We uphold the values espoused by our founders. Be ready to make every sacrifice to protect the Constitution. This will be the true tribute to our ancestors," Mr. Kharge said.

He said it is also time to reflect upon how the country is witnessing constant attacks on the Constitution.

The ruling party has unleashed a continuous degradation of India's institutions, built carefully over decades, the Congress chief alleged.

"Political interference in autonomous institutions has become a norm. Exercising control over their independence is being seen as a virtue of power. Federalism is being trampled on a daily basis and the rights of Opposition-governed states are being curtailed," he further claimed.