New Delhi, July 30: Political tensions have escalated following remarks made by opposition leader Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha. His statements have drawn sharp criticism from several members of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), who labeled his claims as baseless, misleading, and unparliamentary. Many leaders have called for Rahul Gandhi to apologize to both the House and the nation.
BJP MP Janardan Singh Sigriwal criticized Gandhi, stating that his statements are entirely false and unfounded. He emphasized that no responsible representative should make such allegations without evidence. Sigriwal asserted that Gandhi attempted to mislead the House and confuse the public, noting that orders to fire are issued by a magistrate, not a minister, and that Gandhi should be aware of this fundamental process.
BJP MP Anurag Thakur targeted Gandhi for allegedly using the term “idiot” to describe students. He remarked, “If Rahul Gandhi used this term, he should apologize to the youth of the country. Disrespecting students is unacceptable under any circumstances.”
BJP MP Mayankbhai Nayak condemned Gandhi’s comments regarding Union Home Minister Amit Shah, calling them highly objectionable. He stated that someone in Gandhi’s constitutional position should be fully informed about administrative actions and the associated legal processes.
BJP MP Madan Rathore also criticized Gandhi, pointing out that he has previously apologized publicly on multiple occasions. He insisted that Gandhi should apologize once again for his current statements.
BJP MP Naresh Bansal accused Gandhi of trying to advance his political agenda instead of discussing the relevant bill. He claimed that several unparliamentary words were used during the speech, disrupting the proceedings of the House.
Union Minister Satish Chandra Dubey remarked that Gandhi has no substantial issues left to raise. He noted that Gandhi often makes statements without facts, lacking seriousness.
BJP MP Bhola Singh stated, “While demanding an investigation is one thing, making direct accusations without evidence is not in line with democratic traditions. Gandhi’s aim was not to engage in constructive discussion about the bill but to create controversy. He was given ample time to speak, yet the language he used was not befitting parliamentary decorum.”
BJP MP Kamaljeet Sahrawat pointed out that Gandhi did not start his speech with a discussion on the bill but instead referred to imaginary scenarios involving students at Jantar Mantar. This, he argued, was an attempt to divert attention from serious discussion on the bill.
BJP MP Dharmshila Gupta noted that Gandhi has a history of making statements during parliamentary sessions that provoke unnecessary controversy.
Union Minister S.P. Singh Baghel emphasized that the position of opposition leader carries significant responsibility, and one is expected to use restrained and respectful language. Parliamentary debates should be based on facts and arguments, not personal accusations and unparliamentary language.
Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP Krishna Prasad Teneti also objected to Gandhi’s speech, stating that his repeated use of the term “idiot” falls into the category of unparliamentary language. He asserted that accusing the Union Home Minister of issuing orders to fire is factually incorrect.
Janata Dal (United) MP Devesh Chandra Thakur echoed concerns about the language used, asserting that respectful language should be employed in the highest democratic forum like Parliament.
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