Opposition is to oppose, expose, depose: Congress Pranab reminder to Rajnath Singh
The Congress party responded to Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's accusations that they are inciting anarchy and seeking regime change. Congress cited former President Pranab Mukherjee to argue that the opposition's role is to challenge and expose the government.
Why it matters
This exchange highlights the ongoing political tension between the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress regarding the nature of democratic dissent.
Opposition is to oppose, expose, depose: Congress Pranab reminder to Rajnath Singh left Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addresses a press conference at the BJP headquarters in Lucknow on October 16, 2026. Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and party State President Pankaj Chaudhary are also present. ANI ANI https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/jv8qdz/article71591799.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/20261016051L.jpg ANI Lucknow, Oct 16 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addresses a press conference at the BJP headquarters, in Lucknow on Friday. Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and party State President Pankaj Chaudhary also present.
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