"Congress aims to impose Aurangzeb's 'Jizya tax' across nation forcefully," says CM Yogi

Guna (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 4 : In his campaign to bolster support for BJP candidates, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reached the Guna Lok Sabha constituency of Madhya Pradesh on Saturday. He urged voters to throw their weight behind Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
CM Yogi extolled the achievements of both the Central Government and the Scindia family, imploring voters to turn out in large numbers to vote in their favour.
During his address, he launched a scathing attack on the Congress Party, criticizing various provisions outlined in their manifesto, ranging from surveying the property of the majority to giving food preferences to minorities.
CM Yogi remarked, "While Modi ji emphasises the importance of preserving heritage, Congress proposes taxing it. This stance suggests a stifling environment where discussions on revered sites like the Ram temple or Krishna temple would be discouraged."
He continued, "They intend to survey your ancestors' income and confiscate half of their belongings under the guise of inheritance tax. The Congress wants to impose Aurangzeb's Jizya tax, which no Indian will accept."
During the event, Jyotiraditya Scindia greeted CM Yogi by presenting him with an 'angvastra' and a statue of Lord Shri Ram.
Directing his criticism towards the Congress further, CM Yogi emphasised the Modi government's commitment to honouring public trust, fostering a sense of security, and actively pursuing welfare initiatives for the underprivileged. "In contrast, the Congress manifesto embodies precisely the opposite ethos," he added.
Reflecting on history, CM Yogi highlighted Aurangzeb's reign, infamous for its cruelty, particularly the imposition of the Jizya tax. He drew parallels to the present, criticising the inclusion of a similar tax proposal in the Congress manifesto.
"While Modi ji advocates for heritage preservation, the Congress proposes a heritage tax. This Congress seeks to forcibly implement Aurangzeb's Jizya tax, which no Indian will accept," he added.
CM Yogi emphasised that if Congress came to power, there could be endeavours to undermine the reservation quotas for both OBCs and Scheduled Castes. "Congress has done this in Karnataka," he remarked.
He added that if the INDI alliance government, led by Congress, were to come into power, it would grant minorities the freedom to eat the food of their preference. "Congress has now stooped so low that it is talking about supporting cow slaughter in the country. Will you allow cow slaughter to happen on the land of Ram and Krishna?"
Regarding the connection between Guna and Ayodhya, CM Yogi stressed the significance of Ayodhya's Ramjanmabhoomi movement, considering it a source of pride for Guna as well. "A leading voice in this movement was that of Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia ji. Despite her commitments, she remained actively engaged in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement."
CM Yogi stated further, "Today you are fortunate that you have got Jyotiraditya Scindia, who has a vision of development as your leader." He lauded Scindia's significant role as the union minister in the unprecedented progress witnessed in the Civil Aviation sector, highlighting the doubling of airports from 74 to 150 during his tenure.
Yogi added that it has contributed immensely to realising the Prime Minister's vision of making air travel accessible even to those wearing slippers.
CM Yogi emphasised the overwhelming support for the return of the Modi government, stating, "There is a unanimous call across the nation for 'Phir ek bar Modi Sarkar.'"
Reflecting on the progress achieved over the past decade, CM Yogi remarked, "More development has been witnessed in these 10 years than in the preceding 75 years. Previously, hunger was rampant, but now, 80 crore people receive free ration. No one is deprived of medical treatment."
Enumerating the government's public welfare initiatives, the CM highlighted the opening of PM Jan Dhan accounts for 50 crore impoverished individuals, the provision of Kisan Samman Nidhi to 12 crore farmers, and the distribution of free LPG connections to 10 crore underprivileged individuals.
He further stated that crores of people have received housing, and plans are in place to provide housing for those who are yet to receive it within the next 5 years. He called for collective efforts to build a self-reliant and developed India.
Expressing confidence in an overwhelming victory for the BJP in Uttar Pradesh, he declared, "Uttar Pradesh has resolved to adorn Modi ji with a garland consisting of all 80 beads. Now, I urge you to pledge your support to the Bharatiya Janata Party on all 29 Lok Sabha seats in Madhya Pradesh."
On this occasion, Madhya Pradesh BJP President BD Sharma, former minister and MLA Gopal Bhargava, Lok Sabha in-charge Shailendra Barua, convener Radheshyam Parikh, District President Alok Tiwari, former minister and MLA Brajendra Yadav, MLA Jagannath Singh Raghuvanshi, Jaspal Singh, Pratap Bhanu Singh, Sachin Chaudhary and other dignitaries were present.
Meanwhile, Union Minister and BJP candidate Jyotiraditya Scindia lauded CM Yogi, describing today as a monumental occasion for Ashok Nagar in Guna. "Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ji graces us with his presence today. The footsteps of a figure who has set unprecedented records in development and progress have touched this land. While many may not be aware, there exists a familial and spiritual bond between Maharaj Yogi Adityanath ji and the Scindia family."
He remarked that Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's popularity extends across the nation, and his transformative efforts, focusing on development in Uttar Pradesh have earned him renown nationwide.
"At the national level, we have a 'Karmayogi' in the form of PM Modi, and in Uttar Pradesh, we have Yogi ji. The convergence of 'Karmayogi' and 'Yogi' has occurred on the soil of Uttar Pradesh. Yogi ji serves as an exemplary figure for us. Inspired by the developmental strides made in Uttar Pradesh, we aspire to usher in a similar wave of progress in Guna," he said.