Uma backs Singhal, targets Rahul Gandhi

NAGPUR: Former BJP leader Uma Bharti today came out in support of Vishwa Hindu Parishad ( VHP) president Ashok Singhal over his controversial comments against Congress chief Sonia Gandhi.

The firebrand Hindutva leader also targeted Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi over his statements against the RSS.

Talking to reporters after attending a function in adjoining Wardha district, she said Singhal had said nothing wrong and he was only expressing his views.

The former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister's reaction was sought over Singhal's warning to Gandhi over critical remarks against RSS by Congress leaders.

Targeting Rahul, Bharti said the young Congress leader has been making "irresponsible" statements against RSS. The Amethi MP had equated RSS with banned terror outfit SIMI.

Describing Rahul as her younger brother, she said he should study about the Sangh's history and activities before making such remarks.

He has been making such statements after taking lessons from senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh, she said.