In a fiery rebuttal to Home Minister Amit Shah’s Rajya Sabha remarks targeting Jawaharlal Nehru on Kashmir, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Shah of historical ignorance and “rewriting” the past.
“Pandit Nehru dedicated his life to India. He spent years in jail. Amit Shah clearly doesn’t know history,” Gandhi declared. “I wouldn’t expect him to, considering his tendency to rewrite it.”
Gandhi dismissed Shah’s comments as a “distraction tactic” intended to deflect from the real issue: the caste census and the distribution of India’s wealth. “They (BJP) don’t want to discuss this crucial topic. They’re afraid of it and run away from it,” he told reporters outside Parliament.
Gandhi’s sharp retort highlights the ongoing political battle over India’s historical narrative, particularly regarding Nehru’s role in shaping the nation. While Shah’s remarks aimed to portray Nehru as responsible for the Kashmir dispute, Gandhi countered by emphasizing Nehru’s sacrifices and dedication to India.
The episode underscores the continued relevance of historical figures like Nehru in contemporary Indian politics. Their legacies remain contested, used as tools to score political points and shape narratives about the nation’s past and present.
Gandhi’s accusation of “rewriting history” further fuels the debate about the role of historical interpretation in shaping political agendas. His statement suggests that the BJP is attempting to rewrite history to suit its own political ends, while he positions himself as the defender of an accurate historical record.
BJP Selects Strong Hindutva Voice Mohan Yadav As MP Chief Minister. Read More
