‘Modi is presiding over the murder of democracy in India,’ says Congress
The Congress party has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his 'Nehru fixation' and accused his government of undermining Indian democracy. This follows the BJP's celebration of Modi becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in India's history.
Why it matters
The rhetoric underscores the intense ideological polarization between India's ruling party and the opposition regarding the country's democratic trajectory.
Mounting a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has surpassed Jawaharlal Nehru’s record of being the longest serving elected Prime Minister , the Congress on Wednesday (June 10, 2026) said Mr. Modi had a “Nehru fixation” and accused Mr. Modi of “presiding over the murder of democracy in India”.
The article highlights the opposition's critical stance on the current administration's democratic record.
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