PM Modi says after 2024 polls, Congress will be termed Parasite, mocks LoP Rahul Gandhi
Congress is a «parasite» that feeds off its allies and mocked Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for his «juvenile behaviour».
Replying to motion of thanks on the President's address in Lok Sabha, Modi said, «After 2024 elections, Congress will be termed a parasite. It won 99 seats by living off the vote share of its allies. A parasite feeds on the body it inhabits and, similarly, Congress consumes the votes of its allies. It flourishes at the expense of its partners.» He said 2024 was the third consecutive defeat of Congress when it failed to breach the 100 mark. «But they are busy doing 'Sheershasana' (headstand) and trying to establish in the minds of people that they have defeated us… This is like trying to pacify a child.»
Modi's 135-minute address was peppered with analogies from Sholay and comparisons with errant children and indulgent parents. Although Gandhi's remarks on Hinduism had been expunged by the Speaker, Modi hit out at him and said the people of India will not forgive him. «It was said that Hindus are violent. Are these your values? Is this your character? Is this your hatred for Hindus of this country? This country will not forget this for centuries. These are people who tried to coin the phrase Hindu terror. Their allies compare Hinduism with dengue, malaria, etc, and these people clap. Their entire ecosystem wants to look down upon, abuse and insult Hinduism. After the scenes yesterday, Hindus have to think — is this insult a coincidence or part of a design,» he said.
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