Piyush Goyal Criticizes Opposition CMs for Skipping NITI Aayog Meeting

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal criticized opposition-governed state chief ministers for skipping the NITI Aayog meeting. Goyal claimed they missed an opportunity to question the government and accused them of injustice to their constituents. He also defended Amit Shah against past allegations made by opposition leaders.

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal lashed out at chief ministers from opposition-governed states who skipped the NITI Aayog meeting on Saturday, calling it an injustice to their people.

Addressing the press, Goyal emphasized that these CMs missed a crucial opportunity to question the government. 'NITI Aayog belongs to all,' he said, urging the opposition to introspect.

Chief Ministers from opposition parties, including Tamil Nadu's Stalin, Kerala's Vijayan, and West Bengal's Banerjee, skipped or walked out of the meeting, criticizing the Union Budget for ignoring their states. Goyal defended the budget, calling it a step towards continuity.

Goyal also addressed accusations by NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He accused the UPA government of conspiring against Shah and Modi, leading to false charges that were ultimately dismissed by the Supreme Court. He called for Pawar to apologize for these allegations.

(With inputs from agencies.)