Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP-RSS Over Kharge ‘Shuddhikaran’, Demands Action Under SC/ST Act

Rahul Gandhi has launched a sharp attack on the BJP and RSS over an alleged “shuddhikaran” ritual at the site of Mallikarjun Kharge’s rally in Haldwani. Calling purification “another name for untouchability,” Gandhi demanded action under the SC/ST Act and questioned the Prime Minister’s silence. He linked the controversy to alleged discrimination against Dalits in schools, villages and public spaces. Kharge had earlier raised the issue in Rajya Sabha, seeking legal action. The BJP’s JP Nadda said the party does not endorse such activities and assured that the incident would be investigated.