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Rattan Lal Gupta Criticises Centre’s ‘Step‑Motherly’ Treatment of Non‑BJP States
✍️ jknewstoday.com
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 08:33 PM
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Rattan Lal Gupta has condemned the central government’s treatment of non‑BJP state administrations as step‑motherly, calling it an insult to the people’s mandate and democracy.
Rattan Lal Gupta, a prominent political commentator, has publicly denounced the central government’s approach towards non‑BJP state governments. In a statement released by jknewstoday.com, Gupta described the centre’s conduct as "step‑motherly," suggesting a patronising and condescending attitude.
According to Gupta, such treatment undermines the democratic mandate given to state governments by the electorate. He argued that the central government’s actions are an insult to the will of the people and threaten the federal balance.
The comment comes amid growing tensions between the central leadership and several state governments that are not aligned with the Bharatiya Janata Party. Gupta’s remarks add to the chorus of critics warning that the centre’s policies could erode democratic norms.
No official response has yet been issued by the central government regarding Gupta’s accusations. The debate is expected to intensify as the political landscape continues to evolve.
According to Gupta, such treatment undermines the democratic mandate given to state governments by the electorate. He argued that the central government’s actions are an insult to the will of the people and threaten the federal balance.
The comment comes amid growing tensions between the central leadership and several state governments that are not aligned with the Bharatiya Janata Party. Gupta’s remarks add to the chorus of critics warning that the centre’s policies could erode democratic norms.
No official response has yet been issued by the central government regarding Gupta’s accusations. The debate is expected to intensify as the political landscape continues to evolve.