Rahul Gandhi 'undermining' achievements of India, its people: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has criticized opposition leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly undermining India's economic achievements. She defended the government's performance, citing strong GDP growth and stable fuel supplies despite global crises.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing political polarization in India regarding the assessment of the current administration's economic track record.
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.
The article focuses heavily on the government's defense and framing of the opposition's critiques as 'undermining' the nation.
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