Rising Dissent: Rahul Gandhi Faces Internal Criticism and Loss of Faith

BJP Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticizes Rahul Gandhi, claiming both Congress allies and senior leaders express no confidence in him. Allegations include neglecting Punjab's goodwill, with dissension also visible within Congress ranks. Prominent voices suggest leadership change for maintaining the INDIA alliance. This turmoil follows a brief resignation in Congress by Bhupen Kumar Borah.

BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla intensified his critique of Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday, accusing the opposition leader of alienating both party members and political allies. Highlighting a lack of public support, Poonawalla referenced remarks by former Congress leader Navjot Kaur Sidhu, which condemned Gandhi for neglecting the interests of Punjab.

Poonawalla emphasized how a figurative 'no-confidence motion' has risen against Gandhi from within Punjab, noting Navjot Kaur Sidhu's disappointment over perceived indifference by the Congress scion. The tension mirrors sentiments by other allies urging for leadership change to secure cohesion within the INDIA alliance.

Such discord is evident across various states, with notable figures like Mani Shankar Aiyar voicing their dissatisfaction. Allegations of senior Congress officials feeling 'suffocated' under Gandhi's rule add to the narrative of unrest. This internal turbulence follows a short-lived resignation by former Assam Congress president Bhupen Kumar Borah, who retracted his decision within hours.