Centre Criticizes Rahul Gandhi Over Agniveer Remarks in Lok Sabha

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:16pm on 01 Jul 2024,Monday Politics

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw criticized Rahul Gandhi's speech in the Lok Sabha, calling it "irresponsible and false." Gandhi had accused the government of creating a divide with the Agnipath scheme, claiming it treats soldiers unfairly. Vaishnaw countered, stating the scheme provides Rs 1 crore compensation to martyrs. He also accused Gandhi of insulting Hindus by labeling them violent. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju requested the Speaker to enforce rules against unverified statements in the House.

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