Telangana BJP Chief labels Rahul Gandhi's student outreach hypocritical

Accusing Congress of political maneuvering, Telangana BJP leader N. Ramchander Rao slammed Rahul Gandhi for his belated support of student protesters in Jharkhand. Rao argued that Gandhi’s sudden stance on paper leak allegations follows public pressure rather than genuine concern, highlighting a stark contrast between his rhetoric and previous silence.

Editorial·August 7, 2026·reads: 2,517

Telangana BJP Chief labels Rahul Gandhi's student outreach hypocritical

Rao’s criticism follows remarks from RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, who recently suggested that while student protests are a valid democratic tool for consensus, they must aim for systemic correction rather than division. Bhagwat emphasized that the younger generation’s grievances regarding India’s education system are genuine and merit constructive dialogue.

Contrasting the RSS Chief’s measured approach with the opposition, the BJP leader accused the Congress party and the INDIA alliance of maintaining double standards. He cited a lack of support for student movements in Kerala as evidence of a pattern, characterizing the opposition’s current advocacy as an anti-youth strategy driven by political gain. According to Rao, Bhagwat’s message provides the necessary nationalist direction for students, urging them to prioritize the nation while exercising their right to peaceful demonstration.