Rajasthan Phone Tapping Controversy: Rajasthan politics takes a turn with phone tapping, paper leak controversies heating up politics in the state Former Deputy Chief Minister Sachin Pilot has jumped into the fray by sharply criticising the Bhajanlal government over the way it has handled the two issues. His remarks have stoked debate, especially on minister Kirodi Lal Meena and the government’s silence over the allegations.
Speaking to reporters at his Jaipur residence in Civil Lines, Pilot said, “The sitting minister Kirodi Lal Meena has openly said that his own government has tapped his phone. But the government has not even responded to this. “If a minister has said that his phone has been tapped, it is not only about him. It is about every citizen’s privacy. The government cannot remain silent on this. .
Kirodi Lal Meena’s Resignation: A Political Mockery?
Pilot also referred to the irony in the fact that Kirodi Lal Meena, who had alleged phone-tapping, had reportedly tendered his resignation, but it had not been accepted. This, he said, showed how seriously the government was taking the matter. ‘A minister represents the government. When he speaks, it is as if the government itself is speaking. If he says his phone is tapped, the government must respond. Instead, they only ask why he spoke up, which is a mockery of democracy, ‘ Pilot said.
he said While the BJP can conduct its internal affairs as it pleases, the issue of tapping of phones is above party politics. ‘When a minister makes such serious allegations, it’s not just an internal party matter. It’s a matter of public trust. The government must explain to the people of Rajasthan, ’ Pilot said.
Paper Leak Scandal: Government’s Inaction Under Fire
Pilot then went on the paper leak scandal and was extremely critical of the government’s apathy and lack of accountability. “Many have been arrested but despite the government being aware of the wrongdoing, no action has been taken, especially at the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), ” he said. “When caught red-handed, theft exposed, why no action taken by RPSC? 12 months, only empty statements to save face, ” he said.
He also referred to the recent verdict of the High Court, which had asked the government to take action on the RPSC issue. ‘The court has said it clearly. There is no need for the government to wait any more. The people of Rajasthan have been raising this issue for months now and the government should listen to them, ’ he said. “The government has been ignoring the opposition as well as the public. The paper leak scandal has destroyed the confidence of thousands of aspirants who rely on the RPSC for their future, ” he said.
A Call for Accountability: Pilot Urges Government to Act
In typical style, Pilot mixed sharp criticism with a call for accountability, not just attacking the government but also asking the people of Rajasthan to hold their leaders accountable. ‘These are not only political issues, these issues touch the lives of common people. Phone tapping affects privacy, paper leaks affect futures. The government can no longer keep silent, ’ he said.
Sachin Pilot’s statement adds a new twist to debates in Rajasthan As phone tapping and paper leaks erode public faith, pressure mounts on the Bhajanlal government to react. Be it Kirodi Lal Meena’s resignation or the RPSC scam, people of Rajasthan are watching closely and waiting for answers and action.
