Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath responded strongly to Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on Manusmriti. He made the statement during an event held in Rahul Gandhi’s parliamentary constituency. Yogi said he recently read Rahul Gandhi’s comment about women breaking Manusmriti’s restrictions.
The chief minister questioned Rahul Gandhi’s responsibility as the Leader of Opposition. He said Rahul took an oath on the Constitution and must respect democracy. Yogi accused him of treating criticism of India’s heritage as a right.
CM questions Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on India
Yogi Adityanath alleged that Rahul Gandhi criticises Uttar Pradesh outside the state. He also accused him of insulting India during foreign visits. Furthermore, he questioned Rahul’s demand for proof from Indian soldiers.
The chief minister claimed Rahul’s party questions Lord Ram’s existence. He also referred to the Emergency while discussing Congress’s commitment towards democracy. According to Yogi, past actions reveal the party’s democratic approach.
Yogi asks Rahul to understand India’s traditions
Yogi said people should read the Atharvaveda and Matsya Purana to understand Manu. He questioned who does not receive support from women in different roles. He mentioned mothers, sisters, wives and daughters as examples.
He also referred to a girl’s objectionable language against the Prime Minister at Jantar Mantar. Yogi said the girl later apologised, and her parents accepted her mistake. He questioned why Rahul wanted to harm India’s younger generation through what he called urban Naxal influence.
CM warns against attacking national institutions
Yogi said Rae Bareli supported Rahul Gandhi for years. However, he claimed the family created an identity crisis for the region. He added that attacking Indian institutions also harms citizens.
According to Yogi, the Prime Minister represents an institution, not only an individual. He said criticism against the Prime Minister affects the country’s dignity.
Yogi urges responsible political conduct
The chief minister advised Rahul Gandhi to avoid irresponsible actions. He said weakening national institutions would affect every Indian citizen. Yogi also claimed such remarks create an identity crisis during difficult times.
He further alleged that Rahul Gandhi’s family carries responsibility for India’s partition and violence during that period. Yogi also accused the family of harming democracy and disrespecting freedom fighters.
