Congress Accuses PM Modi of 'Pettiness' Over Rahul Gandhi's Seating at Independence Day Event

The Congress has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for placing Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, in the fifth row during the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. They argue that this act demonstrates Modi's lack of respect for democratic traditions. The seating arrangement sparked backlash within the party, with allegations of political pettiness.

The Congress criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for relegating Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to the fifth row at the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, calling it a sign of Modi's 'pettiness' and disrespect for democratic traditions.

Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate asserted that this act exemplified Modi's 'petty mindset,' noting that Gandhi will persist in raising important people's issues regardless of his seating position.

Senior Congress leader Vivek Tankha questioned the Ministry of Defence's actions, emphasizing that the Leader of Opposition holds a rank equivalent to a cabinet minister and should be seated accordingly at national functions.