Union Ministers Slam Rahul Gandhi's Lok Sabha Remarks

Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Kiren Rijiju criticized Rahul Gandhi for his 'irresponsible' speech in the Lok Sabha. They accused him of insulting Hindus and spreading misinformation. The ruling BJP has challenged Gandhi's claims and demanded an apology. Over Rs 1,253 crore was compensated to Ayodhya's local residents.

Union Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Kiren Rijiju on Monday leveled serious accusations against Rahul Gandhi, slamming his speech in the Lok Sabha as 'extremely irresponsible'.

They contended that Gandhi denigrated the Leader of Opposition's role and insulted Hindus by allegedly associating them with violence and spreading falsehoods.

Rijiju stated that the ruling BJP has formally disputed many of Gandhi's claims and urged the Speaker to take action. Asserting the need for Gandhi to substantiate his remarks or apologize, the Parliamentary Affairs Minister specifically slammed his allegations regarding the Agnipath scheme and compensation for Ayodhya residents affected by development projects.

Vaishnaw disclosed that over Rs 1,253 crore was disbursed in compensation to local business owners and others, aiding their relocation. BJP Rajya Sabha member Sudhanshu Trivedi also highlighted the Congress's history of insulting Hindus, referencing past controversial remarks from former home ministers P Chidambaram and Sushil Kumar Shinde.

Trivedi noted a change in Gandhi's oath-taking practice, pointing out that while he had taken his oath in the name of 'Ishwar' in 2014, this time he solemnly affirmed. 'What has changed since 2014?' he questioned.

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