BJP Defends Modi's Governance Amid Rahul Gandhi's Criticism on Fuel and Economy
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New Delhi, March 31 (NationPress) On Tuesday, leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) responded to remarks made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, rejecting his claims regarding fuel prices, LPG availability, and India's economic and foreign policy. They affirmed that the governance and infrastructure growth of the nation are thriving under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
BJP National Spokesperson R. P. Singh stated, "Rahul Gandhi is a pseudo leader. Fuel prices have not gone up; the Indian government has absorbed the excise duty. There is no shortage of LPG. The Opposition is intentionally trying to create a perception of scarcity, which could harm the country. They may oppose Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but they should not be against the nation itself."
He further stressed the government's commitment to progress, saying, "The Prime Minister is deeply invested in the infrastructure projects across the country. He is dedicated to ensuring that every state has significant infrastructure initiatives underway. Currently, several projects are set to commence in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan."
Reiterating the government's position on energy security and international relations, BJP leader Gourav Vallabh remarked, "India holds more than 60 days' worth of crude oil reserves. The logistics for kitchen gas supply are functioning effectively, and there is no lack of raw oil. The country's foreign policy and the strength of the Union government can be gauged by the fact that ships with the Indian flag in the Strait of Hormuz are being granted passage while others are not. This exemplifies the Congress party's disconnect."
In response to Rahul Gandhi's comments, Vallabh added, "When Rahul Gandhi claims that America has halted oil shipments to itself or suggests training individuals to become housewives, I find it perplexing. What I can assert is that there is no room for politics of fear in this country; instead, we should focus on a politics of performance and governance."
Both leaders underscored that India's economic fundamentals, supply chains, and trajectory of infrastructure growth remain robust, accusing the Opposition of misrepresenting facts for their political benefit.