R. Ashoka questions which law requires RSS for registration, accuses government of diversion tactics
Hubballi: Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka has questioned the legal requirement for the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to be registered as an organization, while accusing the state government of using the ongoing RSS controversy to divert public attention from its administrative lapses.
Speaking to reporters in Hubballi on Thursday, Ashok said, “Is there any law that says the RSS must register itself? The government is unnecessarily trying to create controversy.” He alleged that Minister Priyank Kharge was attempting to politicize the issue and demanded that Kharge reveal the funding sources of the Congress Party before questioning the RSS.
Calling the RSS an organization that “promotes patriotism,” Ashoka said that the outfit does not operate through any registered buildings or formal structures. “If there are questions about any organization, there are proper legal channels to address them. The government is using this as a smokescreen to hide its failures,” he remarked.
Referring to reports that several organizations had sought permission to hold marches in Chittapur on the same day, Ashoka said the law allows all groups — including Dalit, Lingayat, or Vokkaliga communities to organize processions. “We have no objection even if the Bhim Army holds an event,” he said.
Ashoka also launched a sharp attack on the ruling Congress, alleging that law and order has deteriorated under its governance. “Since this government came to power, Karnataka has witnessed a surge in crimes like murder, robbery, and assault. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has become inactive, Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar is misusing his authority, and Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar has shown no initiative. The state is being run without prudence or discipline,” Ashoka alleged.
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Udhayanidhi accuses BJP of not releasing funds for TN
Gobichettipalayam (PTI): Tamil Nadu deputy chief minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Saturday charged the BJP government at the Centre with not releasing funds to the state and accused it of "snatching" TN's rights.
Addressing a poll rally at Gobichettipalayam in the western Erode district, the DMK youth wing chief claimed the Centre has not released funds to the tune of Rs 3,000 crore for education.
"They (union government) have snatched all our rights," he charged.
With regard to the Centre's proposal for delimitation, he said chief minister M K Stalin was the first person in the country to raise the voice against the union government's move. He claimed that it was a "huge victory" for the INDIA alliance, as the bill was defeated for lack of majority after the opposition voted against it in the Lok Sabha.
Listing out various welfare measures implemented by the DMK government, he said the existing "Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai" (monthly financial assistance for women) will be doubled to Rs 2,000 if DMK was voted to power again.
The deputy chief minister charged that the BJP and AIADMK have tried to stall it by moving the court. "At present more than 1.3 crore women have benefited from the scheme", he said.
"Similarly, the breakfast scheme for the government school students will be extended till Class VIII", he said adding "more than 35 lakh college students across the state will be getting free laptops once the DMK government is formed".
Udhayanidhi also pointed out at the "Illatharasi" poll promise, providing Rs 8,000 worth of coupons to non-income tax paying women where they could buy or replace any household appliances of their choice.
Elections to 234 Assembly seats in Tamil Nadu will be held on April 23 and the results declared on May 4 following counting of polled votes.
