CWC Belagavi session: Key resolutions in a nutshell

The Congress said, 'As we enter the 75th year of our Republic in exactly a month’s time, the Constitution faces its gravest threat yet'

Update: 2024-12-26 16:05 GMT
A biker rides past the cut-outs of top Congress leaders in Belagavi where its CWC session is being held. PTI Photo

The Congress Working Committee (CWC) convened in Belagavi, Karnataka, on Thursday (December 26)  has reaffirmed its commitment to Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy and announced a series of initiatives to protect and promote the Constitution and the ideals of the Independence Movement.

Here are the key points from the resolution: 

• Seeks Amit Shah’s Resignation: Calls intensify over his controversial remarks about Dr. BR Ambedkar.

• Opposition to Centralized Control: Concerns raised over government influence on the judiciary, Election Commission, and media.
• Rejection of ‘One Nation, One Election’ Proposal: Strong resistance against the proposed legislation.
• Allegations of Election Bias: Accusations of partiality in Haryana and Maharashtra polls.
 • Opposition to Hate Campaigns: Criticism of government-backed hate rhetoric targeting minorities.
 • Call for Peace in Manipur: Demand for swift action to resolve ethnic violence in the state.
• Appeal to Resolve Religious Disputes: Urging resolution of temple-mosque conflicts to curb communal tensions.
 • Demand for Caste Census: Advocacy for an accurate caste census to ensure fair representation.
• Push for Expanded Reservations: Calls to increase reservation quotas beyond 50%, including panchayat-level representation.
• Simplification of GST: Appeals to make the tax structure more user-friendly.
• Criticism of Rural Employment Policies: Highlighting neglect of rural development and job creation.
 • Demand for MSP Legislation: Push for a legal guarantee of minimum support price with comprehensive cost coverage.
• Condemnation of Violence in Bangladesh: Strong disapproval of attacks on religious minorities
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