Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, stirred a heated debate during his maiden speech following the expunging of contentious remarks targeting Hindus. The Congress MP’s address, marked by uproar, included gestures with a copy of the Constitution and an image of Lord Shiva, aimed at critiquing the BJP and RSS.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi intervened sharply as Gandhi’s remarks on Hindus ignited protests from BJP MPs. Modi rebuked the characterization, stating, “Calling the entire Hindu community violent is a very serious matter.” Home Minister Amit Shah echoed this sentiment, demanding an apology for what he perceived as linking BJP with violence.
The incident underscores escalating tensions in parliamentary discourse, highlighting deep political divisions over issues of religious identity and political rhetoric.