Haryana CM demands Rahul's apology for alleged Hindu remark, accuses him of weakening country

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, also the state BJP chief, called for an apology from Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for his recent statements in the Lok Sabha. Saini accused Gandhi of making derogatory remarks against Hindus, which he claimed were highly provocative and aimed at weakening the country.

Calls for apology and condemnation

Speaking at a press conference in Chandigarh, Saini criticized Gandhi for his comments, labeling him as a failed leader of the Congress who resorts to lies and wild allegations out of frustration. Saini emphasized that Gandhi must apologize unconditionally for equating Hindus with violence, describing his conduct as Leader of the Opposition as deplorable.

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Saini condemned what he termed as misleading statements by Gandhi regarding issues like the Agnipath recruitment policy and minimum support price (MSP). He asserted that Gandhi's remarks have humiliated a significant section of the country's population and demanded that the Congress leader recognize the seriousness of his mistake.

Historical references and allegations

Referring to historical events such as the 1984 anti-Sikh riots and the exodus of Kashmiri Hindus, Saini accused the Congress of ignoring atrocities against these communities in the past. He criticized the Congress for what he described as a recurring tendency to associate Hindus with violence, citing previous instances during the UPA government.

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Saini argued that Gandhi's actions are part of a broader pattern within the Congress to undermine Hindu sentiments and weaken national unity. He called on Gandhi to substantiate his claims with evidence and facts instead of defending himself against the backlash.

The demand for an apology from Gandhi underscores growing political tensions surrounding religious sentiments and accusations of divisive rhetoric within Indian parliamentary discourse. As the controversy unfolds, stakeholders await further developments and responses from both political camps.