Congress Pushes OBC, SC, ST Quota in Private Colleges – Slams BJP for Economic and Social Injustice
Congress Launches Major Offensive Against BJP at Gujarat Meet: Quota Push, Job Crisis, and Call for a “Second Freedom War”
The Congress party, during its high-profile Gujarat meeting, launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led central government, accusing it of weakening India’s democracy, economy, and global image. With top leaders like Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, and Sachin Pilot in attendance, the session witnessed fiery speeches, bold resolutions, and a major pitch for change — not just in Gujarat, but across India.
Congress Demands Reservation in Private Educational Institutions
OBCs, SCs, and STs Should Get Their Due, Says Party
In its key resolution, ‘Nyay Path’, Congress demanded urgent implementation of reservation for OBCs, SCs, and STs in private educational institutions. The party argued that social justice can no longer be restricted to public institutions alone.
“Education cannot remain a privilege of a few. Private colleges must open doors to backward and marginalized communities,” the resolution stated.
BJP Under Fire: “Systematic Attack on Constitution & Institutions”
Congress accused the Modi-led BJP government of carrying out a “relentless and conspiratorial attack” on India’s constitutional values and democratic institutions. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge didn’t mince words:
“Those who can’t work for the party should rest. And those who can’t carry out their responsibilities — should retire.”
Kharge likened the current struggle to a “second freedom war”, claiming that India’s own government was now promoting communalism, inequality, and poverty — problems once imposed by colonial rulers.
Foreign Policy Fails? Congress Slams BJP’s “Weak-Kneed” Diplomacy
On China, Palestine, and the U.S.
Congress didn’t hold back on international issues either. The resolution alleged:
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China has illegally occupied thousands of square kilometers of Indian land in Eastern Ladakh.
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The BJP government has been silent on Israel’s bombings in Gaza, betraying India’s longstanding support for a peaceful Palestine.
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During PM Modi’s U.S. visit, India was publicly humiliated, labeled a “tariff abuser”, and Indian migrants were deported in chains.
“India’s foreign policy should not be sacrificed for individual branding,” the party said, targeting Modi’s global image-focused diplomacy.
Economy in Shambles? Congress Paints a Grim Picture
Congress described the Indian economy under BJP rule as “sinking” with soaring prices, record unemployment, and corporate favoritism. The key economic claims included:
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1% of Indians own 40% of national wealth, while the bottom 50% own just 6.4%.
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LPG price hike of ₹50 has added ₹9,000 crore in annual burden on households.
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Petrol/diesel excise hike of ₹2/litre despite low global oil prices is called “loot”.
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Over 30 lakh government jobs remain vacant.
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Nearly 5 lakh small businesses have shut down in 5 years.
Congress blamed crony capitalism, particularly benefits given to corporate houses like Ambani and Adani, for growing inequality.
Pro-Farmer Push: Legal Guarantee of MSP
Congress Vows to Bring MSP Law
Reaffirming its support for farmers, Congress promised a law to guarantee Minimum Support Price (MSP), ensuring:
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MSP at 50% above cost price.
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A debt-free future for Indian farmers.
This move follows ongoing discontent from farmer unions and widespread protests across states.
Electoral Concerns: EC Bias, Caste Census, and Waqf Law
Congress raised concerns over malpractices in elections, claiming the Election Commission ignores opposition complaints. Rahul Gandhi also spoke about the Waqf Amendment Bill, calling it an attack on religious freedom and the Constitution.
He further reignited the caste census demand, alleging the government fears the results and wants to hide true social inequalities.
Temple Discrimination Sparks Outrage
Rahul Gandhi slammed the BJP after Dalit leader Tikaram Jully’s visit to a temple led to its “purification” by a former BJP MLA. Gandhi said:
“This is not our religion. This is BJP’s mindset — of exclusion, not inclusion.”
The MLA involved was later suspended by the BJP, but the incident added fuel to Congress’s caste discrimination narrative.
Organisational Overhaul: ‘2025 Is the Year of Empowerment’
Rebuilding Congress from the Ground Up
The party announced 2025 as a year of organisational empowerment, with a major focus on:
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Strengthening district-level units.
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Building up grassroots connections.
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Preparing for elections with mass contact programs.
Kharge, Pilot, DK Shivakumar, and Bhupinder Hooda all emphasized the need to rebuild and reclaim space from BJP in Gujarat — a state Congress hasn’t ruled in 30 years.
