Rahul Gandhi again in controversy: FIR registered, know what is the whole matter
An FIR has been registered against Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi at Pan Bazar Police Station in Guwahati. This matter is not just about a statement, but it is related to national security and public order.
Rahul Gandhi’s statement
On January 15, 2025, at the inauguration ceremony of the new headquarters of the Congress Party, Rahul Gandhi gave a statement which created a stir in the politics of the country. “Our fight is not just against BJP and RSS, but also against the Indian state,” he said. In this statement he also raised questions on the transparency of the Indian electoral process and institutions.
What are the allegations in the FIR?
Monjit Chetia, a local resident of Guwahati, filed a complaint calling Rahul Gandhi’s statement a “threat to the sovereignty and integrity of India”. The FIR has been lodged under sections 152 and 197(1)(d) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which relate to serious and non-bailable offences.
What does the complainant say?
Monjeet Chetia alleges that Rahul Gandhi deliberately made such remarks by “crossing the limits of free speech” which could incite unrest and separatist sentiments in the country. According to him, Rahul’s statement is a premeditated conspiracy, aimed at undermining the stability of the Indian state.
accused of inciting rebellion
The FIR claims that this statement of Rahul Gandhi not only reflects the disappointment arising from political failures, but is also an attempt to incite the public to revolt. The complaint also accuses Rahul Gandhi of “fanning separatist sentiments” and “attacking the unity of India”.
Question on democratic responsibility
Monjit Chetia said that as the leader of the opposition, Rahul Gandhi’s responsibility is to maintain public faith in democratic institutions. But they, on the contrary, resorted to lies and misleading statements which could harm the integrity and sovereignty of India.
Demand for immediate action
The complainant termed this statement as a serious threat to national security and demanded strict legal action against Rahul Gandhi. Chetia said that Rahul Gandhi’s statement deliberately created such an environment which can weaken the stability of the country.
Awaiting Congress’ response
The FIR lodged against Rahul Gandhi has created a stir in political circles. However, no official statement has yet come from the Congress party in this matter.
What will be Rahul Gandhi’s next step?
This matter can create new problems not only for Rahul Gandhi but also for the Congress Party. It will be important to see what the political and legal outcome of this dispute will be in the coming days.
