BJP leader Rajendra Singh Rathore slams CM Gehlot for promoting 'political tourism' in state

Rajasthan deputy leader of opposition Rajendra Singh Rathore accused Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot led government of flaunting the lockdown norms after several Gujarat Congress leaders shifted to a resort at Abu Road in Rajasthan ahead of Rajya Sabha elections.

Jaipur (Rajasthan):After the Gujarat Congress shifted some of its MLAs to a resort at Abu Road in Sirohi district of neighbouring Rajasthan over fear of 'poaching' by the BJP ahead of the Rajya Sabha polls, deputy leader of opposition in Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, Rajendra Singh Rathore alleged Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot led government of flaunting the lockdown norms and promoting 'resort politics' in the state.

According to the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, hotels and shopping malls were restricted to operate to arrest the spread of coronavirus until June 7.

"In the name of 'political tourism', the state government profaned the lockdown guidelines. They have violated the Rajasthan Epidemic Act 2020 and Rajasthan Disaster Act 2005. It seems the norms are different for these people," Rathore said.

He further alleged that the hotel had prepared food for more than 48 people, violating the norms of social distancing.

"Those who were well aware of the fact tried to lodge an FIR, but the police have denied taking complaints against the ruling government", added Rathore.

Elections for four Rajya Sabha seats from Gujarat are scheduled on June 19.