Savarkar’s Words and BJP’s Actions: Rahul Gandhi’s Fiery Speech in Lok Sabha

Rahul Gandhi, in a heated Lok Sabha debate, accused BJP of disturbing the Constitution, invoked Savarkar's controversial opinions, and criticized Agniveer and paper leaks, comparing them to cutting Indian youth's potential.

Rahul Gandhi Questions BJP’s Outlook on Savarkar

In a fiery speech during the Winter Session of Parliament, Rahul Gandhi mentioned Vinayak Damodar Savarkar to criticize the BJP. He highlighted Savarkar's views on the Indian Constitution, stating, “The worst thing about the Constitution of India is that there is nothing Indian about it.” Gandhi alleged that Savarkar supported Manusmriti over the Constitution, emphasizing the political disconnect between BJP’s claims of protecting the Constitution and Savarkar’s statements.

Accusation of Disagreements Within BJP

Gandhi directly challenged BJP MPs, questioning their commitment to Savarkar’s words. He said, “When you speak in Parliament about protecting the Constitution, you are ridiculing Savarkar…you are defaming Savarkar.” His remarks aimed to highlight disagreements in BJP's narrative, accusing them of undermining the very principles they claim to support.

Eklavya’s Tale: A Symbol of Sacrificed Youth

Referring the story of Eklavya, Gandhi accused the BJP of metaphorically cutting off the thumbs of Indian youth. He said, “When you implemented Agniveer, you cut off the thumb of the youth.” Referring to over 70 paper leaks and the difficulty of farmers, he compared BJP policies to denying opportunities to the deserving, much like Eklavya’s sacrifice.

Farmers and Corporates: A Clash of Priorities

Shifting focus to the farmers’ protests, Gandhi criticized the government’s handling of their demands, saying, “Today, you lobbed tear gas shells on farmers outside Delhi.” He accused the BJP of prioritizing profits for corporate people like Adani and Ambani over addressing needs of farmers.

Gandhi’s Call for Reflection

Concluding his speech, Gandhi advised Parliament to reflect on the ongoing battle for Indian youth and farmers. His fiery address compared BJP’s actions with their principles, sparking a argumentative debate on the Constitution's sanctity and India’s future flight.

Closing Note

Rahul Gandhi’s pointed remarks, stating history and current issues, highlighted his criticism of BJP's governance. His fiery speech set the stage for an intense two-day debate honouring the Constitution’s 75th anniversary.