Sibal, CJP Allege Government Breached Promises, Warn of Protests

Independent Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Kapil Sibal, along with CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das and national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka, held a press conference in New Delhi on Wednesday, accusing the central government of failing to fulfil key electoral promises. The leaders warned of nationwide protests if the government does not address their demands within a month.

Sibal stated that the government had made specific commitments on issues such as farmer loan waivers, job creation, and price control, but has not taken any meaningful action. “The promises were made to win votes. The people have been betrayed,” he said, citing data from government reports that show a rise in unemployment and rural distress.

CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das alleged that the government has backtracked on its promise to bring a law guaranteeing minimum support price (MSP) for farmers. “We have documentary evidence of the pre-poll pledge. The government must explain why it has not been tabled in Parliament,” Das said.

National spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka added that the party would organise public meetings and protests across states, beginning with a rally in Delhi next month. “We will peacefully but firmly demand that the government honour its word. If not, we will escalate,” Ranka said.

The press conference comes amid growing criticism from opposition parties over the government’s handling of the economy. Several analysts have noted that the government has cited fiscal constraints for delaying welfare measures. However, Sibal dismissed this argument, pointing to the government’s increased spending on advertising and non-essential projects.

The CJP leaders said they would submit a memorandum to the President and the Prime Minister detailing their demands. They called on other opposition parties to join the protest movement, framing it as a non-partisan issue of democratic accountability.

Independent observers have noted that while the government has maintained its narrative of development, public discontent has been rising, especially in rural areas. The planned protest by CJP and its allies could add to the pressure on the government ahead of the upcoming state elections.