Rahul Gandhi Critiques RSS and BJP at Marathon for Ambedkar and Constitution
RSS, BJP Want to Destroy Ambedkar & Constitution: Rahul Gandhi at Marathon
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Rahul Gandhi, leader of the Indian National Congress, launched the 'Run for Ambedkar & Run for Constitution - Marathon 2026' in New Delhi. He accused the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of attempting to undermine the legacy of B.R. Ambedkar and the Indian Constitution, emphasizing the need for equality and constitutional integrity.
- 01Rahul Gandhi criticized the RSS and BJP for undermining B.R. Ambedkar's legacy.
- 02The marathon aimed to raise awareness about the importance of the Constitution.
- 03Congress leaders emphasized the need to protect constitutional values.
- 04Allegations were made regarding the misuse of independent agencies and the Election Commission.
- 05The event encouraged youth engagement with India's constitutional history.
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On Sunday, Rahul Gandhi (Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha) inaugurated the 'Run for Ambedkar & Run for Constitution - Marathon 2026' in New Delhi, asserting that the ideologies of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) aim to destroy the legacy of B.R. Ambedkar and the Indian Constitution. Gandhi emphasized that Ambedkar's message centered on equality, criticizing attempts to undermine this principle. Rajasthan Assembly Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully echoed these sentiments, claiming that the Constitution is under attack, with independent agencies misused and the Election Commission operating under government influence. Former cricketer and Congress leader Mohammad Azharuddin also spoke at the event, highlighting the marathon's role in promoting awareness of constitutional values and encouraging youth to engage with India's history. He stressed the importance of preserving the Constitution, which has guided India for over seventy-eight years of independence.
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The marathon serves as a platform to engage citizens, especially youth, in discussions about constitutional values and the importance of equality in India.
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