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Rahul Gandhi Calls India 'Dead Economy'; BJP Fires Back

8/1/2025

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Rahul Gandhi launched a fierce attack on the Modi government, labeling India a "dead economy," a sentiment that found resonance with U.S. President Trump. In response, the BJP fired back, denouncing Gandhi's comments as "shameful" and defending India's economy as robust and on the rise. The clash highlights a deepening political divide over economic performance.

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Rahul Gandhi launched a fierce attack on the Modi government, labeling India a "dead economy," a sentiment that found resonance with U.S. President Trump. In response, the BJP fired back, denouncing Gandhi's comments as "shameful" and defending India's economy as robust and on the rise. The clash highlights a deepening political divide over economic performance.