Ranchi, July 1 -- BJP state spokesperson Pratul Shah Deo on Tuesday accused the Congress party of actions against tribal communities, citing historical incidents and political decisions.
He referred to the Saraikela-Kharsawan and Gua firing cases, in which tribal individuals and statehood activists were killed. According to Deo, both incidents occurred during Congress-led governments, and no inquiry or accountability followed.
Deo said the Congress opposed the demand for a separate Jharkhand state and delayed its formation after independence.
He also alleged that Congress attempted to influence Jharkhand Mukti Morcha representatives to prevent the creation of the state.
Deo stated that the party only addressed tribal concerns when it...