PM slaps labels like ‘naraaz phoopha’ on anyone asking questions: Rahul slams government on Delhi building collapse
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the BJP government over the recent building collapse in Delhi, accusing the administration of lacking accountability. He further alleged that Prime Minister Modi uses derogatory labels to silence critics who demand answers regarding governance failures.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing political friction between the ruling party and the opposition regarding urban infrastructure safety and executive accountability.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday (September 7, 2026) accused the BJP government of evading accountability for the Satya Niketan building collapse and alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi uses insulting labels like "dimagi Naxal" and "naraaz phoopha" against those who ask questions.
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The Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha asked what the excuse for this helplessness was when Delhi has a "triple-engine" government, saying it stems from a lack of intent.
"There Is No Accountability," Mr. Gandhi said in his post in Hindi on X, using the hashtag "TINA".
Supporters of the Prime Minister often cite the "TINA" factor — There Is No Alternative — to argue that Mr. Modi is the only capable and indispensable leader for India.
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