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Rahul Gandhi, the Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition, sparked significant controversy during a recent event in Herndon, Virginia,
Rahul Gandhi, the Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition, sparked significant controversy during a recent event in Herndon, Virginia, where he addressed the issue of religious freedom in India, particularly focusing on the Sikh community. He stated, “The fight in India is about whether a Sikh is going to be allowed to wear a turban…whether a Sikh will be allowed to wear a kada or go to the Gurudwara. That’s what the fight is about, and it’s not just for Sikhs, but for all religions”.
Gandhi’s comments drew sharp backlash from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). BJP spokesperson RP Singh criticized Gandhi for neglecting the historical context of the Sikh community’s suffering, specifically referencing the 1984 anti-Sikh riots in Delhi, during which thousands of Sikhs were killed. Singh challenged Gandhi to repeat his statements in India, threatening legal action if he did so. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan also condemned Gandhi’s remarks, suggesting that they tarnished India’s image abroad and emphasized that previous leaders, like Atal Bihari Vajpayee, maintained a more responsible stance while representing India internationally.
The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between the Congress party and the BJP regarding issues of religious freedom and historical accountability in India.
