BJP Scams in India: Unveiling the Issues Under the Current Regime

India has been rocked by a series of major political scandals and scams under the current Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government. These include the Rafale Scam, Pegasus Scam, and many others that have brought the ruling party under intense scrutiny. This article delves into some of the major controversies that have come to light, particularly after the recent demonetization and other critical incidents. Here's a comprehensive look at the key issues and the scrutiny by the opposition.

The Rafale Scam

The Rafale Scam remains one of the most significant controversies linked to the BJP government. Allegations abound that the procurement of Rafale fighter jets from France was grossly overpriced, amounting to a massive siphoning of public funds. The Prime Minister's Citizen Carey Fund (PM-Care) Scam is also intertwined with this, where funds allocated for a welfare scheme were claimed to have been misused. These issues are likely to come under the spotlight as there may be a change in government in the future.

Adani Scams

The Adani Empire has been accused of participating in multiple scams. The Adani Airport Scam in Kerala highlights the bidding irregularities for airport operations, where Adani won all five out of six bids despite being an inexperienced player in the airport sector. Moreover, there is a suspicion of fraud in the bidding process.

Demonetization Scams

Another significant issue that came to light during demonetization is the scandal of misspending public funds on advertising via fake and non-existent websites. The BJP government reportedly used Rs 14 crore of public money for advertising campaigns on these sites, effectively attacking press freedom.

Other Scandals

There are several other major scandals attributed to the BJP government, including:

Assam Civil Service Exam Scam: Involves 19 Government officers being arrested, including Pallavi Sharma, the daughter of a BJP MP, for a cash-for-jobs scam where fake answer sheets were supplied. Adani Land Scam in Gujarat: The Adani Group was allotted land at throwaway prices for the development of Mundra Port and SEZ. The process appears to have been illegitimate. ADCB Scam: The Ahmedabad District Cooperative Bank (ADCB) received a huge amount of demonetized notes within a short period, raising questions about the legitimacy of such transactions. Bundelkhand Package Scam: Allegations of misallocation and ineffective implementation of funds for a relief package. Chhattisgarh Budget Scam: Ineffective spending of a significant portion of the budget, with misuse of public money. Bajri Scam: Corruption in enforcement of Supreme Court orders and price hikes due to illegal trade. Bhamashah Health Insurance Scam: Allegations of fraudulent claims under the health insurance scheme, indicating a nexus between the government and hospitals. Bitcoin Scam: An extensive and illegal scheme involving the conversion of illicit money into cryptocurrency. Building Scam in Goa: Inefficient use of government funds for rent, raising questions about misuse and inefficiency. Zubin Irani Land Scam: Allegations of illegal land grabbing involving a BJP minister's husband.

These issues are significant in the context of the ongoing political discourse and legislative scrutiny. As there are new government appointees and possibly a change in political landscape, the transparency and accountability of such controversial dealings will be under careful review. Public interest and media scrutiny will continue to play a crucial role in uncovering and addressing these issues.