Congress, allies seeking Bangladesh-like regime change: Rajnath
Union Minister Rajnath Singh accused the Congress and its allies of attempting a "Bangladesh-like regime change" and inciting anarchy through youth protests. He emphasized that democracy does not permit disorder or undermining constitutional institutions. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi declared that protests would persist until CEC Gyanesh Kumar resigns.
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This article highlights significant political tensions in India, with a ruling party minister accusing the opposition of destabilizing the government. It reflects ongoing protests and challenges to constitutional institutions, impacting India's democratic stability.
Congress, allies seeking Bangladesh-like regime change: Rajnath left Union Minister Rajnath Singh talking in press conference in Lucknow U.P. on October 16, 2026. photo: Videograb X/@rajnathsingh https://th-i.thgim.com/public/news/national/o466cy/article71591282.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/Screenshot%202026-10-16%20112513.png Addressing a press conference in Lucknow, Mr. Singh asserted that democracy does not give anyone the licence to create disorder or undermine the credibility of constitutional institutions Lucknow Union Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday (October 16, 2026) lashed out at the Congress and its allies over the protests in the national capital, accusing them of seeking a regime change along the lines of Bangladesh and using the energy of youth to spread "anarchy". https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/rajnath-a-decisive-leader/article6051048.ece Bangladesh becomes the latest case of student power bringing down regimes storyline 1 Also Read: CJP Tiranga protest on October 16, 2026 https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/cjp-delhi-tiranga-march-oct-16-2026-live-updates/article71590925.ece Addressing a press conference in Lucknow, Mr.
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