Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi over US investigation linked to Adani

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of failing to confront former US President Donald Trump due to an ongoing investigation in the United States involving the Adani Group. According to Gandhi, this probe has weakened the Prime Minister’s ability to take a firm stand on international matters, especially when it involves leaders like Trump.

Speaking at a public event, Rahul Gandhi alleged that the Prime Minister’s silence is influenced by concerns over scrutiny into the financial dealings of the Adani Group abroad. He stated that “Modi’s hands are tied” and claimed this is the reason behind his cautious approach towards international leaders, particularly when India’s trade interests are at stake.

Gandhi also linked the issue to India’s oil trade with Russia, suggesting that the US’s pressure tactics and Modi’s hesitancy may be connected to the Adani matter. However, there has been no official response from the government or the Adani Group regarding these allegations at the time of reporting.

The remark comes at a time when political debates are intensifying ahead of upcoming elections, with the opposition raising questions about transparency and influence in foreign policy decisions.

Observers believe that such statements are part of a broader strategy by the Congress party to question the ruling government's ties with large industrial groups and its conduct on the global stage.