Amit Shah Criticizes Congress Amid Disaster Management Bill Debate

During a Rajya Sabha debate on the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024, Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Congress for alleged mismanagement of the Prime Minister's Relief Fund during the UPA rule and defended changes to the Disaster Management Act. He emphasized the lack of transparency in opposition fund practices.

During a heated debate in the Rajya Sabha, Home Minister Amit Shah accused the Congress of mismanagement of the Prime Minister's Relief Fund during the United Progressive Alliance rule, emphasizing a lack of accountability and transparency.

Shah defended the amendments to the Disaster Management Act, 2024, arguing that laws must evolve with time, and criticized opposition parties for their reluctance to accept these changes.

The discussion also covered various controversies, including opposition objections, criticisms of the National Disaster Response Force's uniforms, and issues surrounding disaster relief efforts, highlighting ongoing political tensions. The bill was cleared by voice vote despite opposition amendments being rejected.