PM Modi Criticizes Congress on 50th Anniversary of Emergency

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress on the 50th anniversary of the Emergency, highlighting the violation of constitutional values during that period. Modi emphasized his government's commitment to upholding constitutional principles and condemned the Emergency as a dark chapter in India's democratic history.

During the Emergency, fundamental rights were suspended, press freedom was curtailed, and many individuals, including political leaders and activists, were unjustly imprisoned. Modi accused the Indira Gandhi-led Congress government of undermining democracy and criticized the 42nd Amendment to the Constitution, which was passed during the Emergency.

Modi reiterated his government's dedication to strengthening constitutional principles and fostering a developed India. He praised the collective efforts of individuals from diverse backgrounds who fought against the Emergency to safeguard India's democratic values.

Last year, the Modi government announced that the Emergency anniversary would be observed as 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas.' The Emergency, declared on June 25, 1975, lasted until March 21, 1977, following which fresh elections were held, resulting in the defeat of the Congress party.

According to the source: Hindustan Times.