Cong condemns Shah's 'riot' remark, files case for 'spreading enmity and hatred'

Bengaluru: In Karnataka, said to be a bastion of the saffron party in south India which is in an Assembly election heat, the BJP, which is trying to retain its power, has let loose a flurry of allegations against the Congress, including that when it comes to power even by mistake it would lift the ban on PFI.

However, the Congress has registered a case in Bengaluru’s High Grounds police station against Union Home Minister Amit Shah over his remark that there would be riots if the Congress party comes to power in the state.

In their complaint on Wednesday, Congress leaders Randeep Singh Surjewala, Dr Parmeshwar, and DK Shivakumar stated that the Union Minister was 'spreading enmity and hatred', 'knowingly making false statements', and 'attempting to malign the opposition'.

At a rally in Terdal, Bagalkot district on Tuesday, Union Minister Amit Shah said that “If the Congress is voted even by mistake, then it will lead to all-time high corruption, appeasement and all-time high dynastic politics, and the entire state will suffer from riots.”

During a speech, he stated, "This election is not just about electing our candidates to become MLAs or ministers. It is about entrusting the future of the state to Modi Ji, and making Karnataka a fully developed state."

In response to Shah's speech, Congress leader Siddaramaiah argued, "In a democratic system, citizens vote for representatives who serve them, rather than those who are subservient to rulers. Amit Shah, you have not only insulted the democratic process but also the self-respect of Kannadigas."