Meloni Remark Sparks Row: Rahul Gandhi Takes Jibe At PM Modi’s Foreign Policy & ‘Hug Diplomacy’
A major political controversy erupted after Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress leader Sandeep Dixit targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy during the
A major political controversy erupted after Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress leader Sandeep Dixit targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy during the Congress Convention in New Delhi. Addressing party workers, Rahul Gandhi demonstrated a hug gesture with Sandeep Dixit, mocking Prime Minister Modi's diplomatic greetings with foreign heads of state. During the interaction, Sandeep Dixit remarked, 'Melanie samajh ke toh nahi pakda tha,' drawing sharp reactions.
On India Today Debate hosted by Gaurav, BJP spokesperson Sanju Verma termed the comments deplorable and despicable, highlighting foreign direct investment and free trade agreements signed under Prime Minister Modi. Congress spokesperson Dr. Shama Mohamed defended Rahul Gandhi, asserting he did not utter the remark and questioned BJP's stance on previous controversial political remarks. Political analysts Rajat Sethi and Ashutosh condemned Sandeep Dixit's comment as deeply inappropriate, calling for an apology.
Meanwhile, Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi and Gajendra Singh Shekhawat slammed the Congress leadership over mature foreign policy conduct. Subscribe to India Today for NEW VIDEOS EVERY DAY and make sure to enable Push Notifications so you'll never miss a new video. All you need to do is PRESS THE BELL ICON next to the Subscribe button! India Today TV is India's leading English News Channel.
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