BJP alleges rift between Rahul, Priyanka; accuses LoP of sidelining sister at INDIA bloc protests
The BJP has alleged internal friction within the Congress party, claiming that Rahul Gandhi is sidelining his sister, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, to maintain his leadership position. The accusations follow recent INDIA bloc protests where the BJP claims Priyanka was denied speaking opportunities.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing political rivalry in India and the use of internal party dynamics as a tool for political messaging.
New Delhi The BJP on Sunday (November 1, 2026) claimed the Congress has split into two camps led by Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and that she was not "allowed" to speak at the two INDIA bloc protests as the Leader of Opposition feared getting sidelined by his sister. https://www.thehindu.com/topic/bharatiya-janata-party/ https://www.thehindu.com/topic/indian-national-congress/ In a video message on Instagram, BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra said Priyanka Gandhi's "vote has also been stolen" within the Gandhi family and claimed she appeared unhappy at the mock parliament and the Ramlila Maidan rally. The INDIA bloc on Saturday (October 31, 2026) held a symbolic "public impeachment" of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging that the right to vote was under threat as the poll panel was functioning at the behest of the Modi government.
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