Jaitley Threat Claim: Gandhi’s Allegation Sparks Political Firestorm
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi ignited a political maelstrom on Saturday, alleging that the late Arun Jaitley had threatened him over the contentious farm laws. Gandhi’s statement, made during a recent rally, immediately drew sharp rebukes from the BJP.
Rohan Jaitley, son of the former BJP stalwart, swiftly dismissed the allegation. He pointed out the factual inaccuracy, highlighting that his father passed away in August 2019, while the farm laws were enacted in 2020. This temporal discrepancy renders Gandhi’s claim untenable, Rohan Jaitley asserted.
BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya further escalated the attack, labeling Gandhi’s statement as “fake news” and demanding a retraction. The BJP has accused the Congress of resorting to baseless allegations to garner political mileage.
The clash underscores the deep political divide over the farm laws, even after their repeal. This episode highlights the ongoing tension between the Congress and the BJP, with accusations and counter-accusations shaping the national narrative. The veracity of Gandhi’s claim, and the political fallout, remain to be seen. The incident is likely to dominate political discourse in the coming days, impacting the ongoing debate on rural policies and governance.
