During an event in Herndon, Virginia, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi recounted the difficulties his party faced when their bank accounts were frozen just months before the Lok Sabha elections. He shared the uncertainty and lack of confidence within his party, especially from Mallikarjun Kharge. Despite the financial constraints, Rahul emphasized that the fight in India transcends politics, focusing on fundamental rights for all communities. He also mentioned how the atmosphere of fear fostered by Prime Minister Modi dissipated after the election results, changing the political landscape.
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- Rahul Gandhi shared the Congress party’s challenges when their bank accounts were sealed before the Lok Sabha elections.
- This left the party without funds for campaigning, advertising, or even transporting leaders.
- Rahul recalled a conversation with Mallikarjun Kharge, who was unsure of what to do next.
- Despite the challenges, Rahul remained determined, saying, “We’ll see what happens.”
- He stressed that the fight in India is not just political but about fundamental rights for all religions.
- He highlighted the importance of ensuring Sikh rights, such as wearing a turban and visiting Gurudwaras.
- Rahul Gandhi claimed that the fear instilled by Prime Minister Modi had dissipated after the election results.
- He criticized the atmosphere of fear created by government agencies, media, and tax departments.
- Rahul noted that despite years of effort to spread fear, it vanished instantly after the results.
- He described the “56-inch chest” image of PM Modi as part of history and no longer relevant.
