Caste Conundrum: Rijiju Critiques Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for frequently inquiring about people's castes, suggesting it divides the country. Rijiju addressed protests by opposition parties over remarks by BJP MP Anurag Thakur. He accused Congress of using caste to weaken democracy and economy.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday asserted there is no issue in questioning Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s caste, accusing him of regularly dividing the country on caste lines.

Rijiju’s comments came in response to opposition protests in Lok Sabha against BJP MP Anurag Thakur's statement that those unaware of their caste were debating a caste census. Rijiju claimed Congress leaders ask people's caste repeatedly.

Rijiju alleged, 'Congress conspires to divide the country by constantly asking about caste. When Rahul Gandhi's caste is questioned, there’s significant protest. Are they above the country and Parliament?' Rijiju reiterated BJP's stance against Congress’s attempts to spread violence and divide people.