Amidst the ongoing Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting in Belagavi, the party introduced the ‘Nav Satyagraha Baithak,’ aimed at countering what it alleges as the current government’s focus on “spreading lies and hatred.”
Historical Significance:
- Congress MP Jairam Ramesh highlighted the symbolic importance of Belagavi, where Mahatma Gandhi had led a Congress session a century ago in 1924.
- “One hundred years ago, at this very place, a Congress session led by Mahatma Gandhi was held. Today, we are holding the ‘Nav Satyagraha Baithak’ because a new satyagraha is needed to counter those in power, whose sole task is to spread lies and hatred,” Ramesh stated.
Party’s Legacy:
- Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar underscored the party’s historical role in nation-building. “The Congress’s history is the history of the country. It has kept this country united and cared for all sections of society, whether in power or not,” Shivakumar said.
- Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah remarked on the significance of hosting the CWC meeting in Belagavi to mark the 100th anniversary of the 1924 Congress session.
Leadership Presence:
- Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge chaired the meeting, which was attended by senior leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, who emphasized the importance of the event.
- Congress MP Sonia Gandhi is likely to miss the session due to ill health, with Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also potentially absent as she accompanies her mother.
CWC Meeting Highlights:
- Scheduled for December 26 and 27, the meeting is expected to discuss pressing national issues and strategize ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
- The event celebrates Congress’s enduring legacy and its commitment to fostering unity and social justice in India.
This centenary celebration in Belagavi not only reflects on Congress’s historical achievements but also serves as a platform to reinforce its ideology and chart its path forward.