Rahul Gandhi 'undermining' achievements of India, its people: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticized opposition leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly undermining India's economic achievements. She defended the government's performance, citing IMF data and successful fuel management during the West Asia crisis.
Why it matters
This reflects the ongoing political tension between the ruling BJP and the opposition in India regarding economic governance.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday (June 14, 2026) slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi , accusing him of "undermining" the achievements of India and its people while targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Centre. She alleged that Rahul Gandhi "ignores" India s achievements even in the face of major crises like COVID and the conflict in West Asia. Ms. Sitharaman clarified that there is no crisis awaiting in the country as is being portrayed by Rahul Gandhi.
The article focuses heavily on the government's defense and critiques the opposition leader's rhetoric.
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