Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, Wednesday intensified his criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, questioning his silence on US President Donald Trump’s claims of brokering peace between India and Pakistan. Gandhi claimed Modi’s reticence stems from fear of further revelations from Trump, potentially tied to ongoing trade deal discussions.
Talking to reporters outside Parliament, Gandhi said that PM Modi is unable to refute Trump’s claim because the US President will then speak openly and reveal the entire truth.
“Because the truth is, if the PM says something, then he (Donald Trump) will have to speak openly and reveal the entire truth – that is why he (PM Modi) is unable to speak,” Rahul said.
“Why is he (Trump) saying that? Because he wants his trade deal, so he’ll put pressure on PM Modi there. Just watch how the trade deal turns out,” he added.
Gandhi challenged Modi to call Trump a “liar” in Parliament, referencing Indira Gandhi’s leadership during the 1971 war. “If Narendra Modi has even 50 per cent of the courage of Indira Gandhi, he should stand up to Trump and call him a liar.”