Union Minister Criticizes Rahul Gandhi Over Parliament Altercation, Congress Defends Him
Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu recently criticized Rahul Gandhi, calling him a "bouncer" and accusing him of attacking and injuring BJP MPs. This incident occurred amidst a heated protest in the Indian Parliament over a controversial remark made by Home Minister Amit Shah about Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The altercation reportedly took place when Rahul Gandhi tried to enter the Lok Sabha, and BJP MPs allegedly blocked his way, leading to a physical confrontation.Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP MPs of pushing and threatening him during the scuffle. However, BJP MP Pralhad Joshi refuted these allegations, stating that there was enough space for Gandhi to move and that no such physical altercation occurred.This confrontation has sparked a political row, with the BJP and its allies targeting Rahul Gandhi, who has been an outspoken critic of the Modi government. The Congress party has defended Gandhi, arguing that the allegations are baseless and part of a broader strategy to discredit him.
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In addition to the parliamentary altercation, Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to visit Maharashtra's Parbhani on December 23, 2024, to meet the families of two individuals who died following recent violence in the region. His visit has been criticized by the BJP and Shiv Sena as a political stunt, while the Congress maintains that it is a genuine effort to show solidarity and address the concerns of the affected families.