Rahul Gandhi labels BJP-RSS 'jokers'; BJP accuses him of 'arrogance'
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi referred to the BJP and RSS as 'jokers' lacking understanding of India's philosophy and history. The BJP responded by criticizing Gandhi's conduct as arrogant and a 'new low in public discourse'.
Key takeaways
- Rahul Gandhi called BJP and RSS members 'jokers' lacking understanding of India.
- Gandhi criticized PM Modi's foreign policy as being about 'hugging' world leaders.
- The BJP accused Gandhi of arrogance and disrupting parliamentary proceedings.
- BJP leaders condemned Gandhi's stage gesture as a 'new low in public discourse'.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has characterized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as a "bunch of jokers" who do not comprehend India's core principles and historical context. Gandhi made these remarks during the Rachnatmak Congress National Convention held at the Constitution Club of India in New Delhi.
He accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy approach of being overly focused on personal interactions, such as hugging foreign leaders, rather than substantive diplomacy. Gandhi illustrated his point with a gesture on stage, hugging a fellow party member, and made a jest about mistaking him for Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Gandhi also asserted that the RSS has been co-opted by major corporate entities, specifically naming Mr. Adani and Mr. Ambani, and no longer represents its original base of small Indian business owners. He cited the absence of Union Minister Amit Shah from Parliament as an indicator of the government's perceived unease.
BJP's Response
The BJP strongly condemned Gandhi's statements and actions. Vanathi Srinivasan, national president of the BJP Mahila Morcha, stated that while political criticism is acceptable, the act of insulting women and resorting to "vulgar jokes" is not. She described the mockery of the Prime Ministers of India and Italy as a significant lapse in political maturity.
Sukanta Majumdar, Minister of State for Education and Development of North-Eastern Region, deemed Gandhi's comments as "deeply disgraceful." BJP leaders accused Gandhi of hindering parliamentary proceedings through his alleged arrogance, indiscipline, and obstinacy, labelling the stage gesture as a "new low in public discourse.".
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