In a recent statement, P Chidambaram targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for claiming that the Congress manifesto includes proposals that were not part of the actual document. Chidambaram, who played a key role in drafting the manifesto, refuted the Prime Minister's allegations and highlighted the party's stance on tax administration, personal income tax rates, and support for MSMEs. He also emphasized the Congress's commitment to ending the current tax system under the Modi government and introducing reforms to benefit shopkeepers and retail businesses.
Chidambaram expressed disappointment in the Prime Minister for focusing on imaginary claims and urged him to address the real issues presented in the Congress's manifesto. He accused the BJP of manufacturing controversies related to 'redistribution of wealth' and 'inheritance tax', stating that such actions reflect fear and resorting to distortion and falsehoods. Chidambaram clarified that the Congress's manifesto is inclusive and aims to provide justice to all sections of society without any bias towards religion.