
Political Tensions Escalate Following Controversial Statement
In a recent address, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi stated that the opposition is battling not only the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) but also the Indian state itself. This assertion has sparked significant backlash from BJP officials, who accuse Gandhi of undermining national institutions.
Rahul Gandhi’s Statement
During the inauguration of the Congress party’s new headquarters, Gandhi remarked, “The BJP and the RSS have captured every single institution of our country. We are now fighting the BJP, the RSS, and the Indian state itself.”
BJP’s Response
BJP President JP Nadda responded by alleging that Gandhi and his associates have “close links with Urban Naxals and the Deep State” aiming to discredit India. Nadda stated, “Congress has a history of encouraging all those forces who want a weak India.”
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman questioned Gandhi’s commitment to the Constitution, noting, “The LoP, who was sworn in by taking oath on the Constitution, is now saying, ‘We are now fighting the BJP, the RSS, and the Indian State itself.'”
BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized Gandhi’s remarks, suggesting they indicate a lack of mental stability.
Context and Implications
Gandhi’s comments were made in response to RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s statement that India’s true independence would be realized with the consecration of the Ram temple, rather than on August 15. Gandhi labeled Bhagwat’s remarks as “treasonous,” intensifying the political discourse.
This exchange highlights the deepening ideological divide between the Congress party and the BJP-RSS alliance, raising concerns about the impact on India’s democratic institutions and political stability.
For a visual overview of the controversy, you can watch the following video: