BJP Hits Back at Rahul Gandhi Over PM Residence March, Asks: “Will the Country Run on Your Ego and Stubbornness?”
Political Tensions Escalate After March Toward PM’s Residence
New Delhi: Political tensions have intensified after Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, led a protest march toward the Prime Minister’s residence over the NEET paper leak controversy. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) strongly criticized the move, calling it irresponsible and contrary to democratic conventions. According to BJP leaders, while peaceful protests are a democratic right, respecting the dignity of constitutional institutions is equally important.
Ravi Shankar Prasad Launches Sharp Attack
Senior BJP leader and former Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad questioned Rahul Gandhi’s approach, asking, “Will the country run on your ego and stubbornness?” He accused the Congress leader of disregarding parliamentary traditions and democratic institutions for political reasons. Prasad said the Opposition should play a constructive role rather than engage in confrontational politics.
BJP Calls the March Irresponsible
The BJP argued that marching toward the Prime Minister’s residence was not in keeping with established political norms. The party pointed out that Parliament’s Monsoon Session is currently underway and maintained that the Opposition should raise its concerns inside the House rather than through street protests. BJP leaders also accused the Congress of politicizing a sensitive issue instead of participating in parliamentary debate.
BJP Announces Nationwide Protests
In response to Rahul Gandhi’s march, the BJP announced plans to stage protests outside Congress offices across the country. The party said its workers would demonstrate peacefully to oppose what it described as the Congress’s irresponsible conduct. According to the BJP, the protests are intended to uphold the dignity of the Prime Minister’s office and reinforce democratic values.
Government Reiterates Its Stand on NEET Issue
The Central Government has reiterated that it is ready to discuss the NEET paper leak issue in Parliament. It stated that investigative agencies are conducting a thorough probe and that strict legal action will be taken against those found responsible. The government also assured that additional measures would be implemented to strengthen the examination system and prevent similar incidents in the future.
Congress Says the March Represented Students’ Concerns
The Congress defended the protest, stating that the march was organized to demand accountability, transparency, and justice for students affected by the alleged NEET paper leak. The party argued that repeated examination irregularities have created anxiety among millions of students and their families. Congress leaders said their protests would continue until responsibility is fixed and appropriate action is taken.
Political Confrontation Likely to Intensify
Political observers believe the NEET paper leak controversy has evolved beyond an education issue and has become a major national political debate. With the Monsoon Session of Parliament in progress, sharp exchanges between the ruling party and the Opposition are expected to continue, making the controversy a key political issue in the coming days.
