Rahul’s Flood Visit Blocked: Congress Accuses BJP-AAP Collusion

The Congress party has levelled serious allegations against both the BJP-led central government and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, accusing them of deliberately obstructing Rahul Gandhi’s planned visit to flood-affected areas in the state. The visit, scheduled for September 15, 2025, was reportedly thwarted, according to Congress sources.

Congress leaders claim the move was purely politically motivated, aimed at preventing Mr. Gandhi from interacting with the affected populace and highlighting the governments’ perceived failures in disaster relief. They allege that concerns about safety, cited by the authorities, were merely a pretext.

The AAP government in Punjab, however, countered these accusations, criticizing the timing of Mr. Gandhi’s proposed visit, suggesting it was opportunistic and insensitive given the ongoing relief operations. The government maintained that safety concerns were genuine and paramount.

This high-stakes political blame game unfolds as Punjab grapples with the aftermath of devastating floods, raising questions about the efficacy of disaster management and the role of political maneuvering during a humanitarian crisis. The controversy underscores the deep-seated political rivalry between the Congress and the ruling AAP in Punjab, and highlights the broader national political implications. The incident is likely to further fuel the already intense political discourse in the run-up to upcoming state elections.