PM Modi’s Sarcastic Remark: Prime Minister Narendra Modi stirred up a fresh controversy with his remarks on the ongoing debate between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress over the issuance of ‘Black Paper’ and ‘White Paper.’ The verbal duel took place during the farewell session for retiring members in the Rajya Sabha.
In a taunting tone, PM Modi referred to the Congress’s ‘Black Paper’ as ‘black ink’ and suggested that it is necessary to use it when good things are happening to ward off the evil eye. The comments were made in response to the BJP’s earlier announcement that they would present a ‘White Paper’ in Parliament regarding the Congress’s past actions.
Expressing his sarcasm, PM Modi appreciatively welcomed Congress’s ‘Black Paper,’ stating, “I welcome it because whenever something good happens, it should not be jinxed; hence, ‘black ink’ is very necessary.” This remark added fuel to the ongoing political tussle between the ruling party and the opposition.
The BJP has asserted its intention to bring a ‘White Paper’ detailing the actions of the Congress in Parliament. The term ‘White Paper’ generally implies a government report outlining policy proposals and official statements. In contrast, a ‘Black Paper’ is often used by opposition parties to criticize or counter government policies.
Responding to the Congress’s move, PM Modi took a dig at the opposition party, thanking Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad for presenting the ‘Black Paper.’ He sarcastically suggested that the Congress is attempting to conceal its ‘dark deeds’ and is distressed because it seeks to impede actions taken in corruption cases.
The exchange highlights the continuing tension and verbal sparring between the two major political parties in India, providing a glimpse into the highly charged political atmosphere prevailing in the country. As the debate over ‘Black Paper’ and ‘White Paper’ unfolds, it remains to be seen how the political landscape will evolve in the coming days.
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