Patna: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Monday launched a counterattack against the opposition, particularly Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, for criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to the public to refrain from foreign travel and gold purchases for one year and to reduce the use of petrol and diesel amid the global oil crisis triggered by the war in West Asia. Rahul Gandhi had taken a swipe at the PM's appeal made on Sunday.
BJP Leader Mangal Pandey's Remarks
Launching a scathing attack on the Congress leader, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Mangal Pandey stated that Rahul Gandhi, due to his adversarial mindset, would never comprehend the nation's concerns. Pandey asserted, "For Rahul Gandhi, politics takes precedence over the nation's interests. At a time when the entire world is grappling with an oil crisis caused by war, and the rupee is facing mounting pressure, the Prime Minister is advocating small sacrifices to safeguard the nation. However, those who ruled the country for nearly 60 years merely taught the public a culture of entitlement and dependency on freebies. It is the duty of every citizen to stand by the nation during times of potential adversity."
Allegations Against Congress
Pandey further alleged that the nation was looted whenever a crisis struck during the Congress regime. He emphasised, "The Modi government is navigating this crisis by taking the public along with it. That is the fundamental difference." BJP national secretary Rituraj Sinha described Rahul Gandhi as a "Flop Prince" who travels abroad only to malign his own country and promote the agenda of foreign powers.
NDA Ally Santosh Kumar Suman's Support
NDA ally Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) national president and minister Santosh Kumar Suman also defended the PM's appeal and accused Rahul Gandhi of trivialising serious national issues. Suman stated, "When the world is passing through a phase of global challenges and economic crisis, Prime Minister Modi's appeal is a responsible step in the national interest. But to Rahul Gandhi Ji and his coterie, everything appears as politics and mockery."
Suman added, "Rahul Gandhi himself remains frequently occupied with foreign travel. Naturally, talk of 'restraint' and a 'Swadeshi mindset' would make such individuals feel uncomfortable. Perhaps this explains his visible unease and outcry."
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