Union Minister Giriraj Singh Criticizes Rahul Gandhi Over Kumbh Mela Incident
Union Minister Giriraj Singh has sharply criticized Rahul Gandhi following the latter's comments on the Kumbh Mela stampede. Singh accused Gandhi of undermining India's image by relying on foreign reports. The controversy began when Gandhi alleged that the Uttar Pradesh government concealed the actual death toll from the incident. In response, Singh highlighted Gandhi's trust in foreign entities over his own country. This exchange has sparked significant debate among political leaders, with accusations of politicizing sensitive issues and a lack of accountability for the poor. Read on for more details about this unfolding political drama.
Jun 15, 2025, 13:10 IST
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Giriraj Singh's Strong Remarks Against Rahul Gandhi
On Sunday, Union Minister Giriraj Singh launched a fierce attack on Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha. This came after Gandhi criticized the Uttar Pradesh government for allegedly misreporting the deaths during the Kumbh Mela stampede. Singh accused Gandhi of relying on foreign sources and statements that, according to him, tarnish India's image. Responding to Gandhi's recent social media post, Singh stated, "Rahul Gandhi trusts the Chinese embassy, the Pakistani embassy, and BBC reports, but he does not trust his own country. This reflects Rahul Gandhi's credibility accurately."
Accusations of Anti-National Sentiments
The BJP leader remarked that whether it is Operation Sindoor or any BBC report, Gandhi consistently speaks against India. It appears as if he has taken an oath to speak against the nation. This controversy erupted when Rahul Gandhi referenced a BBC report on Wednesday, alleging that the actual number of deaths during the Kumbh Mela stampede was concealed by the Uttar Pradesh government.
Rahul Gandhi's Claims and BJP's Response
In a post on X, Gandhi wrote, "The BBC report reveals that the figures of deaths in the Kumbh Mela stampede were hidden. Just like during COVID, the bodies of the poor were erased from the statistics. After every major train accident, the truth is suppressed." Criticizing the ruling BJP, he added, “This is the BJP model – if the poor are not counted, there will be no accountability!” Gandhi's comments drew sharp reactions from BJP leaders, many of whom accused him of politicizing sensitive issues and relying on foreign media instead of domestic institutions.
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