Union Minister Smriti Irani made serious allegations against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of seeking support from the banned organization Popular Front of India (PFI) to run for the Lok Sabha elections in Wayanad, Kerala.
Addressing the media, Irani asserted, “We have credible information suggesting that Rahul Gandhi has aligned with the terrorist outfit PFI to secure his candidacy in Wayanad. The charge sheet against the PFI reveals its sinister agenda to target Hindus across various districts."
She further challenged Rahul Gandhi to justify his alliance with an organization that has plotted violence against Hindus. Irani criticized Gandhi for abandoning Amethi, his previous constituency, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi's developmental initiatives had gained significant traction.
Irani emphasized the BJP's commitment to contesting elections in Amethi, anticipating the Gandhi family's return to the constituency. She highlighted the initiatives undertaken by PM Modi, such as providing rations to 19 lakh citizens in Amethi, questioning the Congress's stance against such welfare measures.
Regarding Rahul Gandhi's decision to contest from Wayanad, Irani questioned his loyalty to Amethi, a place he represented for years. She criticized the Congress for its internal conflicts, delaying the declaration of a candidate for the Amethi seat.
Asserting her confidence in securing victory in Amethi again, Irani condemned the Congress's failure to announce a candidate for the constituency. Despite the BJP's confirmation of Irani's candidacy, the Congress remains undecided about its nominee for the Amethi seat, reflecting internal discord within the party.
In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Smriti Irani defeated Rahul Gandhi in Amethi, marking a significant political shift in the constituency.
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