Rahul Gandhi Defends Controversial Comments on Sikhs

Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in India, has defended his controversial remarks made during a recent visit to the United States regarding the Sikh community's religious freedoms, which have drawn significant backlash from the BJP. Gandhi accused the ruling party of spreading lies and attempting to silence him, asserting that every Indian should be able to practice their religion without fear. His statements, which included criticisms of the RSS for imposing a culture that marginalizes minorities, prompted fierce responses from BJP leaders who labeled him a 'terrorist' and accused him of aligning with anti-India forces. In response, Gandhi emphasized his commitment to unity, diversity, and equality in India and questioned if he had said anything wrong that warranted the outrage. Several Sikh organizations have also demanded that he retract his statements, claiming they have created an atmosphere of fear. The political feud shows no signs of resolution, with Congress planning to take legal action against BJP leaders for their inflammatory remarks.