Rahul Gandhi Confronts Ministers at Parliament in Viral Exchange

Awkward Moment Captured as Gandhi Approaches Ministers

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi created a dramatic scene outside Parliament on Wednesday when he attempted to join Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi and Ashwini Vaishnaw during their media briefing. The unexpected interaction, captured on camera and widely shared across social media, shows Gandhi saying “Come, let’s do it together… Let’s stand together” as he approaches the ministers. His attempt to hold Minister Joshi’s arm prompted both officials to walk away, creating an awkward moment that has since gone viral.

Political Tensions Over Trade Deal Criticism

The confrontation occurred against the backdrop of escalating political tensions regarding the India-US trade deal. Earlier that day, Gandhi had delivered a scathing attack on the central government during the Union Budget debate in the Lok Sabha, claiming that Indian interests had been “surrendered” under the trade agreement. Using a martial arts analogy, he compared the situation to securing a grip followed by a chokehold, emphasizing the need to protect the country’s people, data, food supply, and energy systems.

Government Response and Counterargument

The ministers were addressing media to counter Gandhi’s allegations, insisting that the Leader of Opposition should have “authenticated facts” before making claims about the historic India-US trade deal and other matters. Meanwhile, Gandhi’s sister and fellow MP Priyanka Gandhi stood smiling in the background during the exchange, adding another layer to the dramatic parliamentary encounter that has become a talking point across political circles and social media platforms.

The incident highlights growing tensions within Indian Parliament over foreign policy matters and government accountability.