JAMMU: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) executive member Raman Suri today issued a strong condemnation of Jammu and Kashmir Congress and its leader, Rahul Gandhi, who also serves as the Leader of Opposition (LOP) in Parliament, for his persistent undermining of India’s armed forces and national interests. This marks the third instance where Gandhi has faced reprimand from the Supreme Court, this time for claiming during his Bharat Jodo Yatra that China has occupied 2000 square kilometers of Indian land.
In a scathing rebuke, the Allahabad Supreme Court, presided over by Justice D. Masih, questioned Gandhi’s source for such claims, stating, “If you are a true Indian, you will not say such a thing.” The court further directed that pending proceedings be escalated to the President. Suri emphasized that Gandhi’s statements not only weaken national morale but also align with narratives that please foreign powers like China and Pakistan.
Raman Suri highlighted Gandhi’s history of controversial remarks, noting that the Supreme Court previously reprimanded him for derogatory comments against freedom fighter Veer Savarkar. The court had cautioned Gandhi that his logic could equally label Mahatma Gandhi as a servant of the British. Additionally, Gandhi was forced to apologize via affidavit for false claims regarding alleged brokerage in the Rafale fighter jet deal.
“Despite these rebukes, Rahul Gandhi continues to make irresponsible statements, showing disregard for the nation’s dignity and constitutional institutions,” Suri stated adding that he shames India in public and then apologies in private. This is such a shame and Jammu and Kashmir Congress which is repeatedly seeking statehood must first come out with a statement on its party leaders repeated controversial remarks and subsequent reprimands by the Supreme Court.
The BJP leader also pointed to Gandhi’s questionable actions, including his meeting with the Chinese ambassador during the Doklam dispute and his disparaging remarks about Indian democracy abroad. Most recently, Gandhi’s baseless allegations against the Election Commission (ECI) in the Lok Sabha have drawn widespread criticism. Suri remarked, “It is unfortunate that the Leader of the Opposition threatens a constitutional body from the floor of Parliament. His supporters’ attacks on the Supreme Court only deepen this concern.”
Suri urged the Jammu and Kashmir Congress to reflect on their leader’s conduct, warning that Gandhi’s repeated provocations risk further damaging the party’s credibility. “There is little hope that Rahul Gandhi will prioritize national interests, given his track record of statements that embolden adversaries like China and Pakistan,” he added. The BJP remains committed to upholding the honor of India’s armed forces and constitutional values, calling on all parties to reject divisive rhetoric.


