Rahul has failed, so Congress has put forward Priyanka: Uma Bharti

Firebrand BJP leader Uma Bharti has trained her guns on the Gandhi siblings, claiming that Priyanka's high-decibel entry onto the poll scene is a fresh attempt by Congress to gain lost ground caused by her brother Rahul's failure.

Bharti, who was earlier this month in a spot after Congress released a video clip in which she purportedly described Narendra Modi as an agent of destruction, also attacked the ruling party for bringing in "one more Gandhi".

"Rahul Gandhi has failed, so now Congress has put forward Priyanka Gandhi. In fact, Priyanka's remarks are politically motivated, which is an indication that Rahul is failing," the 54-year-old Bharti, who is contesting from Jhansi, told PTI.

The former Madhya Pradesh chief minister, further said, "So they (Congress) have brought one more Gandhi out..."

The 42-year-old Priyanka has been targeting Modi at meetings and taking potshots at BJP leaders, comparing them with "baukhlaye huye choohe" (panic-stricken rats).

Reacting to her remarks, Bharti said, "Priyanka has become so irrational that she is saying anything. So one has to reply to her."

Bharti, known for her outspoken nature, said she would not like to comment further on Priyanka as she does not hold any political status.