Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Sunday criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks at the Bharat Summit 2026 in Hyderabad. He accused Gandhi of tarnishing India’s international reputation by making anti-India statements.
Shah addressed the gathering during the bhoomi pujan ceremony of the NHEC Multi-State Cooperative Society and the launch of Bharat Taxi in Pune. He alleged that the Congress had invited Left-wing propagandists from across the world to the summit. Shah further accused Gandhi of using the international platform to undermine India’s image.
“Rahul Gandhi is venting his frustration over continuous electoral defeats by making ‘anti-India’ statements at international conferences,” he said.
The Home Minister urged Rahul Gandhi to connect with people at the grassroots rather than undertake foreign visits. He argued that political parties must work in villages to secure electoral support.
Shah compared the previous UPA government with the NDA administration led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He claimed that scams worth Rs 12 lakh crore took place during the Congress-led government’s ten-year tenure.
In contrast, the Minister said no corruption allegations had been levelled against PM Modi during his 12 years in office.
Shah listed several achievements, including India’s lunar mission, the expansion of the start-up ecosystem and railway development. He further highlighted the National Education Policy and the growth of the Metro network.
The Minister cited the expansion of airports from 76 to 150 and the establishment of the Ministry of Cooperation.
Warning Congress workers, Shah said the party could remain out of power for another 30 years if it continued to follow Gandhi’s approach.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Minister of State for Cooperation and Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol, Rajya Sabha MP Sunetra Pawar and other senior leaders attended the event.
Shah appealed to people to respond to what he described as attempts to damage India’s image in the upcoming elections.
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