On a recent occasion, Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka welcomed right-wing Hindutva godman Bageshwar Baba into his home, sparking concerns about the Congress government’s stance on hate and communal incidents in the state. This move has raised questions about the party’s commitment to secularism, particularly in a state like Telangana, which has a significant minority population in its capital, Hyderabad. The Congress government has been criticized for its handling of communal incidents, with many accusing it of being too soft on Hindutva groups. The party’s leaders have been quiet on hate and communal incidents, and some have even been welcoming hate mongers into their homes. This has led to accusations of bipolar behavior from the Congress, which has traditionally been seen as a secular party. The party’s national leader, Rahul Gandhi, has been vocal about his opposition to Hindutva and his support for secularism, but it appears that the state leaders in Telangana are not following his lead. The lack of action from the Congress government has allowed hate to spread, and communal incidents have become increasingly common in the state. For instance, the attack on an Urdu teacher in Nizamabad, which turned into a full-blown communal incident, highlights the need for the government to take a stronger stance against hate and communalism. As the situation continues to deteriorate, it remains to be seen how the Congress government will respond to the growing concerns about its handling of communal incidents in Telangana.
Image for illustration purposes only
📰 Source: Siasat Gulf