In the electoral battleground of Amethi, where political fortunes rise and fall, Congress' candidate KL Sharma has taken a bold stance against the BJP's taunts, asserting his political independence and determination to unseat Union Minister Smriti Irani.
Responding to BJP's derogatory label of him as a 'peon' of the Gandhis, Sharma firmly stated that he is a seasoned politician, not beholden to any family, and is solely focused on serving his constituents.
Sharma's confidence in clinching victory in Amethi stems from his long-standing association with the region, dating back to his involvement with the Youth Congress in 1983.
He emphasised his political acumen and dedication to public service, highlighting his commitment to development and progress in Amethi. Dismissing BJP's claims of increased vote share in the region, Sharma attributed it to a diversionary tactic from the BJP's failure to address real issues over its tenure.
Drawing attention to BJP's unfulfilled promises from their 2014 manifesto, Sharma pointed out discrepancies in schemes like Ujjwala, where the rhetoric of success contrasts sharply with ground realities.
He accused the BJP of manipulating media narratives to evade accountability, echoing concerns raised by the opposition.
Meanwhile, BJP's candidate from Raebareli, Dinesh Pratap Singh, took a dig at Rahul Gandhi, suggesting that nominating Sharma for Amethi was evidence of the Congress leader's lack of commitment to the constituency.
Singh's remarks reflect the charged atmosphere of electoral politics, where personal attacks and jibes are commonplace. The allocation of tickets for Raebareli and Amethi by the Congress, with Rahul contesting from the former and Sharma from the latter, signifies a strategic move to consolidate the party's stronghold in these constituencies.
With voting scheduled for May 20 and counting on June 4, the electoral battle in Amethi promises to be closely watched, with Sharma determined to reclaim the constituency from Smriti Irani's grasp.
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