On BJP's 'Antonio Maino' jibe, Rahul Gandhi has an answer
Congress President Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP, on the last day of campaigning, in Karnataka, for calling his mother Sonia Gandhi with her former name Antonio Maino. Rahul Gandhi said his mother is more Indian than many and has made sacrifices for the country. He said PM may continue 'abusing' her if it pleases him.
My mother spent her life in this country: Rahul Gandhi
"My mother is Italian, My mother has lived larger part of her life in India. My mother sacrificed for this country. If the PM likes to abuse her, he may do so if it pleases him," said Rahul Gandhi.
Narendra Modi likes to distract from issues, says Rahul Gandhi
Accusing Narendra Modi of distracting masses, Rahul Gandhi said, "Modi likes to distract people. This election has nothing to do with Rahul Gandhi. This election is about the future of Karnataka." On Narendra Modi's statement that rape shouldn't be politicized, Rahul Gandhi said, "Atrocities against women are absolutely a political and a national issue."
Mr. Modi has got anger inside him, says Rahul Gandhi
High-voltage campaigning comes to an end with war of words
Modi launched a blistering attack at Congress and accused the party of insulting Dalits. Saying there is no place for Dalits in Congress's hearts, PM Modi said, "That is the reason why Baba Saheb had to face defeat and insult. Let Congress show at least one thing it did to honor Baba Saheb." Further, Piyush Goyal said Congress had no answers for corrupt Siddarmaiah-government.
The state goes to polls in 48 hours
The state goes on polls on May 12, in 223 constituencies. For Congress, which has lost grip in most of India, retaining power is imperative. BJP hopes to clinch majority seats, and a win would open doors for the party in the south.
