BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of misleading Parliament on anti-paper leak law
Synopsis
BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra accused Rahul Gandhi of making false claims about security forces firing on students, using unparliamentary language, and creating political theatre during the Lok Sabha debate on the newly passed anti-paper leak law — and demanded a public apology.
Key Takeaways
BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra held a press conference at BJP headquarters, New Delhi on 29 July targeting Rahul Gandhi over his Lok Sabha speech.
Patra alleged Gandhi falsely claimed security forces fired on student protesters and wrongly blamed Home Minister Amit Shah for the order.
BJP objected to Gandhi’s use of terms ‘idiot’ and ‘Andhbhakt’ in Parliament, calling them unparliamentary and insulting to youth.
Patra dismissed Gandhi’s claims that Shah was absent during the debate and that Gandhi’s microphone was switched off.
BJP demanded Rahul Gandhi apologise to the nation for ‘false and misleading statements’ made in Parliament.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Sambit Patra on Wednesday, 29 July launched a sharp attack on Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of “misleading the nation, making factually incorrect statements, and using unparliamentary language” during the Lok Sabha debate on the newly passed anti-paper leak legislation. The allegations were made at a press conference at BJP headquarters in New Delhi.
What the BJP Alleged
Patra welcomed the passage of the strengthened law, which imposes stricter penalties on those involved in examination paper leak rackets, describing it as a decisive step by the Narendra Modi-led government to make the examination system more transparent, secure, and accountable.
Targeting Gandhi directly, Patra claimed the Leader of the Opposition repeatedly shifted his arguments during the parliamentary debate and failed to raise any substantive issues concerning students. He alleged that Gandhi falsely claimed security forces had opened fire on protesting students and wrongly accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of ordering such action.
BJP Disputes Firing Claim
According to Patra, no firing took place during the student protests. He further asserted that decisions regarding crowd control are taken by the local magistrate based on ground conditions — not by the Union Home Minister — making Gandhi’s allegation factually incorrect, in the BJP’s assessment.
Patra also alleged that Gandhi made baseless accusations against security personnel, including claims of misconduct with women protesters, saying such allegations hurt the morale and dignity of the armed forces.
Language and Conduct in Parliament
The BJP spokesperson objected to Gandhi’s use of terms such as ‘idiot’ and ‘Andhbhakt’ during his Lok Sabha speech, calling them insulting to students and the broader public. He described the language as unparliamentary and reflective of a disrespectful attitude towards India’s youth.
Patra also rejected Gandhi’s criticism of Home Minister Shah’s absence during the debate, asserting that Shah was present in Parliament throughout. He similarly dismissed claims that Gandhi’s microphone had been switched off in the House and allegations related to the Home Minister’s security convoy.
BJP Calls for Apology
Patra accused the Indian National Congress of attempting to manufacture unrest for political gain, alleging the party has historically prioritised the Gandhi family’s interests over those of students and young people. He called on Rahul Gandhi to apologise to the nation for what he termed ‘false’ and ‘misleading statements’ made on the floor of Parliament.
The Congress had not issued an immediate response to the BJP’s allegations at the time of reporting. With the anti-paper leak law now passed, political scrutiny of its implementation — and the debate surrounding it — is expected to intensify in the coming weeks.
Point of View
The party sidesteps the substantive student grievances that triggered the original protests. Notably, the BJP’s own account of events — that no firing occurred and that Shah was present throughout — remains unverified by an independent source in this report. The demand for an apology is a well-worn political tactic, but what is missing from mainstream coverage is any examination of whether the new law addresses the systemic failures that made paper leaks endemic in the first place.
NationPress
29 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the BJP accuse Rahul Gandhi of misleading Parliament?
The BJP alleged that Rahul Gandhi made factually incorrect statements during the Lok Sabha debate on the anti-paper leak law, including a claim that security forces fired on protesting students and that Home Minister Amit Shah ordered such action. BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra said no firing took place and that crowd-control decisions rest with local magistrates, not the Union Home Minister.
What is the anti-paper leak legislation passed by Parliament?
The anti-paper leak law is a strengthened piece of legislation aimed at preventing examination paper leaks, imposing stricter penalties on those involved in such rackets. The BJP has described it as a key reform to make India’s examination system more transparent and accountable.
What language did Rahul Gandhi use that the BJP found objectionable?
According to BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra, Rahul Gandhi used the terms ‘idiot’ and ‘Andhbhakt’ during his Lok Sabha speech. The BJP called these terms unparliamentary and insulting to students and the general public.
Did Rahul Gandhi’s microphone get switched off during the debate?
The BJP rejected this claim. Sambit Patra asserted that Gandhi’s allegations about his microphone being switched off in the House were false and intended to generate sensationalism.
What has the BJP demanded from Rahul Gandhi?
The BJP has demanded that Rahul Gandhi publicly apologise to the nation for what it described as false and misleading statements made on the floor of Parliament during the anti-paper leak law debate.
