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Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri criticized Rahul Gandh’s remarks in the US, comparing his statements to Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s mentality and accusing him of dividing the nation.
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, currently on a US tour, launched a scathing attack on Rahul Gandhi’s remarks made during his visit to the United States. Puri accused the opposition leader of adopting a divisive mentality similar to that of Pakistan’s founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Puri’s Reaction to Rahul Gandhi’s Comments
At an event in Virginia, Rahul Gandhi’s remarks sparked controversy as he questioned the freedom of Sikhs in India. Puri, in response, stated that Gandhi’s statements were harmful and aimed at causing unrest within the nation.
Controversial Statements in the US
During the US event, Rahul Gandhi’s remarks touched on religious freedoms in India, specifically referring to whether Sikhs would continue to enjoy their religious rights. He suggested that the fight in India was more about safeguarding religious freedoms than politics.
Comparison to Jinnah’s Mentality
Puri accused Rahul Gandhi’s remarks of echoing Jinnah’s divisive politics, alleging that Gandhi seeks to fragment the country rather than unite it. He went further to say that Gandhi’s words could lead to damaging consequences for India.