Narendra Modi Unleashes Attack: “Congress Is Urban Naxals Hub”, Targets South Over Poll Setback

Dateline: New Delhi, May 4, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a blistering attack on the opposition during the BJP’s victory celebrations, alleging that the Indian National Congress has turned into a “den of urban Naxals.” His remarks come at a time of heightened political tensions following mixed electoral outcomes across states.

Addressing party workers, Modi declared that Naxalism in forest regions has been effectively dismantled, and the focus will now shift to “urban Naxals.” The statement signals a continuation of the government’s hardline stance on internal security, while also sharpening political rhetoric against critics and opposition voices.

 The Prime Minister’s comments also reflected visible frustration over the BJP-led NDA’s limited gains in southern states like Tamil Nadu and Kerala. He suggested that voting patterns in these regions highlight ideological divides, indirectly criticizing voters who backed opposition parties.

Opposition leaders are expected to strongly push back against the remarks, arguing that branding political opponents or dissenting voices as “urban Naxals” undermines democratic discourse. The Congress party has repeatedly rejected such allegations, calling them politically motivated.

 Political observers say the aggressive tone of Modi’s speech could further deepen polarization, particularly in regions where the BJP is attempting to expand its footprint. As the political battle intensifies, the narrative around “urban Naxals” is likely to remain a flashpoint in national politics.