Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for his sharp political acumen and oratorical prowess, delivered a scathing rebuttal to Rahul Gandhi’s blistering attack during the Monsoon Session of Parliament. The face-off between the two leaders was one of the most anticipated moments in Indian politics, with Gandhi targeting Modi on issues ranging from unemployment to crony capitalism, while Modi retaliated with a mix of data, historical references, and political taunts.

Impact of Modi’s Speech

Modi’s speech was widely seen as a powerful counter to Gandhi’s attack, reinforcing his leadership . The Prime Minister’s ability to mix rhetoric with hard data helped him blunt the opposition’s narrative while maintaining his image as a decisive leader. The speech also energized the BJP’s rank and file, who saw it as a reaffirmation of Modi’s political dominance.

Conversely, while Rahul Gandhi’s attack created headlines and resonated with opposition supporters, Modi’s counteroffensive ensured that the Congress’s criticism did not translate into a serious dent in the BJP’s credibility. Gandhi’s speech lacked the statistical backing that Modi effectively used, making his points more about perception than substance.

Rahul Gandhi’s Attack: Setting the Tone

Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition, launched a broadside against Modi, accusing him of failing to address key economic challenges, weakening democratic institutions, and favouring big business houses at the cost of common citizens. Gandhi’s speech, replete with emotional fervour, resonated with the opposition benches as he attempted to paint the BJP-led government as an authoritarian regime that had betrayed the ideals of the Constitution. His sharpest jibes included allegations of corruption linked to corporate favouritism, suppression of dissent, and failure to provide jobs despite grand........

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