7 Controversial Statements Rahul Gandhi Made On His International Trips

Indian Democracy is Under Attack – UK Visit 2023

During his visit to the UK in 2023, Rahul Gandhi made headlines by claiming that Indian democracy is under severe strain. He criticized the ruling BJP government, stating that democratic institutions, such as the judiciary and media, were being compromised.

India is Run by a Group of People with a Fascist Ideology – Germany 2018

On his trip to Germany in 2018, Gandhi controversially claimed that India was being controlled by people with a fascist ideology. Referring to the RSS and the BJP, he criticized the rise of authoritarianism and divisive politics.

PM Modi’s Policies Have Created Joblessness and Division – US Visit 2022

While speaking at Stanford University during his 2022 US tour, Gandhi attacked Prime Minister Modis economic policies, stating that they had led to widespread joblessness and economic inequality. He also claimed that the governments focus on divisive issues was tearing the social fabric of India.

Make in India is a Failure – UAE 2016

While addressing a business gathering in Dubai in 2016, Rahul Gandhi criticized the governments Make in India initiative, calling it a failure. He argued that the policy had not generated the expected employment and foreign investment.

India is Becoming an Intolerant Nation – London 2015

On a trip to London in 2015, Rahul Gandhi stated that India was becoming increasingly intolerant under the current government. He referred to incidents of mob lynching and religious intolerance, blaming the BJP for fueling hate. His comments sparked widespread debate.

China is Surpassing India in Every Field – Singapore 2018

While addressing a conference in Singapore in 2018, Gandhi remarked that China was outpacing India in several critical sectors, including manufacturing, infrastructure, and technology. He criticized the Modi government for not being proactive enough in competing with China.

Crony Capitalism is Destroying India's Economy – Bahrain 2019

On a visit to Bahrain in 2019, Rahul Gandhi accused the Modi government of encouraging crony capitalism, claiming that a small group of businessmen were controlling a significant portion of Indias economy. He argued that this was leading to economic disparity and corruption.