BJP Dismisses Rahul Gandhis Phone Tapping Allegations as Baseless; Congress Calls it Shameful

New Delhi, November 13 (Daily Kiran) : Leaders from both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition Congress are engaged in a heated exchange following Rahul Gandhi‘s recent allegations that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has orchestrated phone tapping. The BJP has labeled Gandhi’s claims as unfounded and lacking evidence, while Congress describes the situation as a disgrace to democracy.

Union Minister Banwari Lal Verma launched a fierce attack on Gandhi, stating, “Rahul Gandhi has a history of making such baseless allegations without any proof. His claims often deflate under scrutiny. When the House is in session, he lacks the courage to engage in debate. There is a significant difference between speaking and acting. Until Rahul Gandhi presents concrete evidence, he should refrain from making such hollow accusations. The public is watching and will respond in due time.”

Verma also highlighted the achievements of the central government, expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Modi for lifting millions out of poverty. “As a farmer’s son, I know well how challenging conditions were for farmers in the past. Today, they are thriving and working with greater strength,” he added.

Regarding the alliance between Owaisi and Chandrashekhar, Verma welcomed all parties to participate in elections but asserted that the BJP would face no competition in the 2027 elections. “The BJP is far ahead. We have no B or C team; we will once again form a majority government with our allies,” he declared.

In contrast, Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi supported Gandhi’s accusations, criticizing the BJP government. “What could be more shameful than the opposition leader having to inform the public that their phones are being tapped? The BJP and PM Modi should recognize that after failing to gather information through Pegasus, they have resorted to tapping phones, which is disgraceful,” he remarked.

Pratapgarhi also responded to another statement from Gandhi, expressing satisfaction that some educated individuals in the BJP are reading books. “It is heartening to see that educated people are engaging with literature. It reflects that there are some knowledgeable individuals within the BJP,” he said.

During the discussion, Pratapgarhi paid tribute to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, recalling his invaluable contributions to the nation and education. “As a great freedom fighter, former national president of Congress, Bharat Ratna awardee, and the first education minister, Azad’s legacy is unmatched. The minority department holds an annual event in his honor. This year, we organized district-level programs on his birthday, November 11, and today we are conducting a national seminar. We aim to foster and advance the India envisioned by Azad and Nehru,” he concluded.