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Maharashtra Congress Leader Criticises Brij Bhushan Singh’s Acquittal, Labels Modi Government 'Mute, Deaf, Blind'
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🗓 03 Aug 2026, 08:38 PM
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The chief of Maharashtra Congress condemned the acquittal of former minister Brij Bhushan Singh and accused the central government of being indifferent to justice.
The Supreme Court recently acquitted former Maharashtra minister Brij Bhushan Singh in a corruption case, a decision that has drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders. The chief of Maharashtra Congress publicly denounced the acquittal, arguing that the judgment undermines the rule of law. In a statement, he accused the Modi-led central government of being "mute, deaf and blind" to the need for accountability and transparency. The remarks highlight the growing tension between the ruling party and the opposition over judicial outcomes and governance standards.