Rahul Gandhi calls RSS a ‘bunch of jokers’, questions Modi government’s foreign policy

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticized the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as a "bunch of jokers" during a recent event in New Delhi. During his speech, Gandhi questioned the understanding of India's history and philosophy by the RSS, asserting that they fail to appreciate modern India. Gandhi argued that one cannot comprehend the nation solely by examining events from thousands of years ago; instead, it requires engaging with contemporary India and listening to its people.

He further criticized the current government's foreign policy, claiming that it should be based on national interests rather than personal relationships between leaders. Gandhi specifically targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his public embraces with foreign dignitaries, asserting that diplomacy cannot simply be equated with these gestures.

He highlighted the missed opportunity for India to play a significant diplomatic role in the ongoing Iran conflict due to its relationships with Iran, the US, and Russia. Gandhi suggested that if India had showcased its strength with the confidence of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, it could have utilized its ties with all three nations to enhance its influence, instead of being sidelined by Pakistan acting as a mediator.