Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Friday accused the central government of misusing agencies such as the Enforcement Directorate and the Income Tax Department, contending that it poses a threat to democracy. He asserted that for the past nine years, these agencies have been employed by the Centre as a political tool to target opposition leaders.
The Rajasthan Chief Minister stated that his government would extend a warm welcome if the agencies uncover any financial irregularities and prosecute those responsible. However, he lamented that these agencies have been reduced to mere political instruments, selectively targeting leaders from opposition parties. He added that as soon as a politician joins the BJP, the charges against them seem to vanish as if “they’ve been laundered in a washing machine.” Taking aim at Prime Minister Modi Gehlot said, “Modi ji you may not realise it yet but your countdown has begun”.