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BJP Claims Congress Leader Gandhi Sidelining Sister at INDIA Bloc Events
The BJP has alleged a rift within the Congress leadership, claiming Rahul Gandhi marginalized his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra during a mock Parliament session organized by the party. The opposition has accused the Leader of Opposition of limiting his sister's participation in INDIA bloc protest activities.
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The Bharatiya Janata Party leveled fresh allegations of internal discord within the Congress party on Monday, suggesting that Rahul Gandhi has been sidelining his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra from key opposition activities. BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra cited a mock Parliament session organized by Congress, stating that Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was not provided an opportunity to address the gathering despite her presence at the event.
Patra's remarks came during criticism of the Congress-led opposition alliance's protest strategies, with the BJP claiming the disparity in roles within the party leadership reflected deeper organizational tensions. The assertion marks the latest in a series of opposition accusations regarding the functioning of the INDIA bloc, which comprises multiple parties united against the ruling BJP.
The Congress party has not yet issued an official response to the BJP's allegations regarding the distribution of speaking roles at the event. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has maintained a visible presence in Congress activities since formally joining active politics, though her public engagements have varied in scope and frequency compared to her brother's parliamentary responsibilities.
The development comes amid ongoing political maneuvering within the opposition alliance ahead of anticipated legislative sessions and state elections. The INDIA bloc has struggled to present a unified front on several key issues, with questions periodically arising about leadership dynamics and strategic coordination among member parties.