RSS accused of money laundering, Priyank Kharge raised questions on funding and law compliance

digital desk- Priyank Kharge, son of Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge and minister in the Karnataka government, has made serious allegations against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). While talking to the media, he raised questions regarding the funding, registration and tax payment of the Sangh and said that transparency of the financial activities of the organization should be ensured. Priyank Kharge claimed that about 2500 organizations associated with RSS are active in the country and abroad and they get funding from many countries including America and England. They allege that the government is aware of this funding, hence it is necessary that it be investigated and accountability fixed. He said that when there is a complete account of the income and expenditure of common citizens and other institutions, there should be clarity on the financial sources of RSS also.

Questions raised on ‘Guru Dakshina’

Minister Kharge also raised questions on the ‘Guru Dakshina’ model promoted by RSS. He said that when asked about the source of money, ‘Guru Dakshina’ is cited, but it is not made clear where this amount comes from and how the tax is paid on it. He argued that if any other organization collects money in a similar manner, will the government recognize it too?

The law applies equally to all

Priyank Kharge said that the law and constitution of the country should apply equally to all organizations and RSS should also come under its purview. He also alleged that RSS is an unregistered organization and asked whether it is above the law? According to him, when clubs and other organizations register and pay taxes, the same rules should apply to the association.

Allegations regarding the national flag also

Kharge also alleged that RSS did not hoist the national flag in its office for 52 years, while now it teaches patriotism lessons to others. He said that any organization itself should follow transparency and constitutional values ​​before raising questions on patriotism.