The political atmosphere is heating up as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge engage in a fierce debate over the issue of illegal immigration. The Congress-BJP divide on this matter has intensified, with both leaders taking strong stances and leveling accusations against each other.

Modi has accused the opposition, seemingly Congress, of turning a blind eye to the problem and has placed the responsibility for tackling illegal infiltration squarely on their shoulders. Kharge has retaliated by questioning the BJP's effectiveness in curbing illegal immigration, despite being in power at the Centre. He questioned why, with the Prime Minister and Home Minister in charge, infiltrators are still entering the country. Kharge has also accused Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of using the issue to instill fear among the public, while failing to address the core problem.

The back-and-forth between the two leaders highlights the deep political divisions surrounding the issue of immigration in India. The BJP has often emphasized the theme of unity, while the Congress counters with a message of courage.

This exchange occurred as a migrant worker in Kerala was lynched after being mistaken for a "Bangladeshi". The 31-year-old victim from Chhattisgarh had traveled to Kerala in search of work.

Kharge has also attacked Modi on other fronts, accusing him of "eliminating freedom of speech" and imprisoning those who criticize his administration. He also criticized Modi for focusing so much energy on winning elections in a small state, and alleged that Modi is not working for the people, but to save his chair.

The accusations and counter-accusations reflect the broader political battle between the BJP and Congress, as they vie for dominance on the national stage. The issue of illegal immigration remains a contentious topic, with both parties holding firm to their respective positions.