Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that he behaves like an 'obedient servant' and follows 'orders from the United States.' Speaking at a press conference, Gandhi claimed that a 'compromised PM' cannot defend the country's honor because he remains 'beholden to those who insult the nation.'
Allegations of Subservience
Rahul Gandhi stated that under Modi's leadership, India has lost its sovereignty in foreign policy decisions. 'The Prime Minister is not acting in the interest of India but is merely carrying out instructions from Washington,' Gandhi said. He further accused the government of compromising on national issues to appease foreign powers.
Reactions and Implications
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) dismissed Gandhi's remarks as baseless and politically motivated. Party spokesperson Sambit Patra said, 'Rahul Gandhi's comments are a desperate attempt to distract from his own party's failures. PM Modi has always prioritized India's interests on the global stage.'
Political analysts suggest that this attack could intensify the ongoing debate about India's foreign policy alignment. The Congress party has consistently criticized the Modi government for its perceived closeness to the United States, especially on trade and defense matters.
The statement comes ahead of the upcoming state elections, where both parties are expected to engage in heated exchanges over national security and sovereignty.
