Turning to the recently concluded municipal elections in Rajasthan, Pilot claimed that Congress had performed better than the final results indicated, pointing to the party’s higher vote share.
“I have no hesitation in saying that the BJP lost despite winning, whereas we won despite losing because we secured a higher vote share,” he said.
Pilot also alleged irregularities and administrative interference during the civic polls, claiming that the party had received complaints from several districts about the conduct of the elections.
He said Congress had reviewed the results and was now preparing for the upcoming Panchayati Raj elections.
Expressing confidence in Congress’ prospects, Pilot predicted a “massive majority” for the party in the panchayat elections and said the party would contest the polls unitedly.
He said Congress would undertake a two-month public outreach programme covering villages and mandals across Rajasthan, with its campaign focusing on unemployment, farmers’ concerns, implementation of welfare schemes and the shortage of DAP fertiliser.
“There is a complete shortage of DAP fertiliser in Rajasthan. It is being distributed under police protection, yet the government remains indifferent,” he alleged.
Pilot said the party’s campaign would also focus on safeguarding democratic institutions and protecting voting rights, apart from local electoral issues.
He predicted a “landslide victory” for Congress in the panchayat polls and said such a result would provide momentum to the party ahead of the 2028 Rajasthan assembly elections.
With IANS inputs
