Congress's Sukhdeo Bhagat says Nehru strengthened democracy, enabling a 'tea-seller' to become PM

In a parliamentary debate, Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat credited his party and Nehru for strengthening India's democracy, enabling even a "tea-seller" to become PM. He countered claims that opposition families monopolized the Constitution, arguing they safeguarded it. Bhagat also criticized the government's reaction to Rahul Gandhi's remarks.
|
||||
|
||||
💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions
|
'For him, nothing is above this country': Priyanka Gandhi slams Sambit Patra's 'traitor' remark on Rahul GandhiCongress MP Priyanka Gandhi defended her brother, Rahul Gandhi, against BJP MP Sambit Patra's accusation of being a "traitor." Patra alleged a connection between...IndiaTimes |
'Remarkable son of India': BJP counters Rahul's Savarkar attack with Indira Gandhi's letterShrikant Shinde, citing Indira Gandhi's 1980 letter praising Savarkar, questioned Rahul Gandhi's stance. Gandhi countered, recounting Indira Gandhi's disapproval...IndiaTimes |
'Don't react': Rahul Gandhi to Congress MPs as INDIA allies weigh leadership optionsCongress leader Rahul Gandhi advised party MPs to disregard comments from lower-ranking INDIA bloc members and focus on joint protests. He emphasized the...IndiaTimes |