Lucknow, Oct. 17 -- Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Congress, alleging that the party had lost its political ground in Uttar Pradesh and was struggling for its survival in several parts of the country.

Reacting to the Congress's protests and demonstrations alongside what he termed anti-national elements, Pathak accused the party of pursuing politics driven by its desire for power.

He also said that the remarks made by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reflected the public's desire for peace and the maintenance of law and order.

Pathak said, "Look, the Congress party understands very well that it has no political ground left in Uttar Pradesh. Not just Uttar Pradesh, if you set a...