Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge Targets Modi Govt As US House Advances Russia Sanctions Bill With 100 Per Cent Tariff Threat

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge harshly criticized the Narendra Modi government after the US House of Representatives advanced a bill imposing potential 100% tariffs on Indian goods. Kharge accused the Modi administration of failing in its foreign and trade policies. The House vote to advance the Lindsey Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 passed 214-211 on Tuesday, paving the way for a final House vote on Wednesday.

Kharge highlighted that various Indian industries, including pharmaceuticals, textiles, and auto components, could face severe tariff consequences if the proposed duties are imposed. He further linked the threat to earlier trade tensions between India and the US, alleging that the government had agreed to a trade framework that expanded American access to Indian agricultural products.

Kharge also accused the government of surrendering to US pressure on various fronts, including H1B1 immigration, visas, and digital payments. The Congress party media head, Pawan Khera, echoed Kharge's sentiments, calling India "the ball" in the US-India relations game.