BJP Demands Rahul Gandhi Apologize for Mimicry of PM’s Mother

The controversy follows Gandhi's appearance at the 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' programme on Saturday, where he shared a stage with stand-up comedian Pulkit Mani. Rao characterized the performance as a descent into low-level politics, arguing that the Congress party lacks substantive policy arguments to challenge the government’s third consecutive term. According to the BJP leader, Gandhi’s actions represent a recurring pattern of behavior, citing previous remarks concerning Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as evidence of an ongoing disregard for professional decorum.

While asserting that the opposition holds a legitimate right to critique government policy and ministerial performance, Rao insisted that targeting family members crosses a fundamental line. He described Gandhi’s conduct on stage as acting more like a comedian than an opposition leader, framing the incident as an affront to national culture. The BJP continues to emphasize its economic objectives, specifically the goal of positioning India as the world's fourth-largest economy, while dismissing the Congress party's tactics as a distraction from meaningful political discourse.