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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Foreign-Linked Plot and Anarchy
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Core Event
On October 22, 2026, BJP spokespersons Gaurav Bhatia, Sudhanshu Trivedi and Ram Kadam held a press conference in Delhi accusing Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi of seeking foreign assistance to foment unrest. They cited a Fox News Digital investigation that listed 101 organisations in nine countries, naming Progressive International and Indian Alliance Paris as groups that met with Gandhi on April 28, 2025.
Background & Context
The accusations come amid nationwide protests demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Gandhi’s recent trip to Vietnam and his X post describing the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as an “all-male, anti-constitutional cult” have intensified the political clash.
Data & Statistics
- 101 organisations across nine countries were identified in the Fox News Digital report, described as a “red-green ecosystem” of communist and Islamist groups.
- BJP officials note that Congress has been in power at the centre for more than 55 years without enacting the 33 % women’s reservation proposal.
Official Statements & Responses
- Sudhanshu Trivedi (BJP MP) said Gandhi “meets anti-India forces abroad” and that the Congress is “endangering constitutional institutions.”
Criticism & Opposition
- Ram Kadam (BJP MLA, Maharashtra) called Gandhi’s RSS remarks uninformed, citing the RSS’s women’s wing.
- N Ramchander Rao (BJP chief, Telangana) questioned Gandhi’s commitment to women’s empowerment, pointing to Congress’s failure on the reservation bill.
- Sambit Patra (BJP national spokesperson) alleged Gandhi’s overseas trips aim to seek guidance from “anti-India forces” for “regime change without elections.”
Verbatim Quotes
- “The RSS is an all-male anti-constitutional cult that believes women are the property of men,” — Rahul Gandhi
- “Rahul Gandhi meets anti-India forces abroad… Congress joining hands with anti-India forces,” — Sudhanshu Trivedi
- “Addressing a press conference here, BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia said, "Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi is presenting a model of anarchy and 'gaddari' before the country.” — Gaurav Bhatia
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- The BJP’s narrative relies on the Fox News Digital investigation; no independent Indian outlet has verified the 101 organisations or their coordination with Indian protests.
- Congress has not publicly responded to the specific allegation of a meeting with Progressive International on April 28, 2025, beyond a social-media post confirming the delegation’s presence.
- Claims that Congress is “joining hands with anti-India forces” remain unsubstantiated in available sources.
What’s Next
The INDIA bloc, led by Congress, has announced a mass protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar scheduled for November 1. Both parties are expected to intensify rhetoric in the lead-up to the protest.