Rahul Gandhi’s Remarks on Royal Ancestors Spark Criticism
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi recently shared on social media that businesses feel pressured to speak positively about Prime Minister Modi and government initiatives. He claimed a senior minister is urging businesses to post favorable comments online. In an editorial, Gandhi compared India’s past subjugation by the East India Company to current pressures, suggesting a coercive environment.
His comments drew criticism from royal descendants. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, from the former ruling family of Gwalior, accused Gandhi of disrespecting India’s history and heroes. Scindia urged Gandhi to learn about true freedom fighters like Mahadji Scindia and Rani Velu Nachiyar.
Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, related to the last Maharaja of Jaipur, also condemned Gandhi’s remarks. She emphasized the sacrifices of royal families in unifying India and dismissed Gandhi’s statements as unfounded.
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Rahul Gandhi -: Rahul Gandhi is an Indian politician and a member of the Indian National Congress party. He is part of the Nehru-Gandhi family, which has been influential in Indian politics for many years.
Jyotiraditya Scindia -: Jyotiraditya Scindia is an Indian politician who was once part of the Indian National Congress but is now with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He comes from a royal family in Madhya Pradesh.
Diya Kumari -: Diya Kumari is an Indian politician and a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). She is also a member of the royal family of Jaipur, Rajasthan.
East India Company -: The East India Company was a British trading company that came to India in the 1600s. Over time, it gained control over large parts of India, leading to British rule.
Royal Ancestors -: Royal ancestors refer to the family members from past generations who were part of royal families in India. These families often ruled over different regions before India became a republic.
PM Modi -: PM Modi refers to Narendra Modi, the current Prime Minister of India. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and has been in office since 2014.
