Modi govt 'destroyed' future of students; time for Congress to prepare roadmap for youth: Kharge
He alleged that educational institutions are increasingly being taken over by RSS people
On August 19, 2026, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the Modi government for ruining the prospects of students and argued for the development of a comprehensive "Education-to-Employment Roadmap" for the youth. At the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting, Kharge accused the government of closing 94,000 schools over the past 12 years while higher education costs skyrocketed, driven by a push for privatization.
He alleged that educational institutions were increasingly under the control of RSS individuals and that young people faced challenges like paper leaks and recruitment exam scams upon graduation. Kharge stated that the anger among the youth was not a recent phenomenon, as the government had never sought to address their concerns and resorted to temporary measures instead.
He urged the Congress to address the youth's issues and create a clear, time-bound roadmap for education and employment. Kharge also addressed the controversy surrounding the Ram Mandir, demanding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologize for alleged theft of temple donations and provide transparency regarding the funds received.
The Congress chief emphasized the need for accountability and transparency, stating that any financial wrongdoing must be investigated and those responsible held accountable. He highlighted the deteriorating conditions in several crucial sectors despite 80 years of independence and expressed regret that Rajiv Gandhi's focus on youth empowerment was overlooked.
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