Rahul Gandhi, gave his long-anticipated speech today on Wednesday August 9, during the second day of the no-confidence motion debate. This was his first speech since his reinstatement as an MP after the Supreme Court’s stay on his conviction in the 2019 Modi surname case. Rahul Gandhi addressed several crucial issues and shared his perspectives on pertinent matters.
Key Highlights of the Speech:
Rahul Gandhi initiated his speech by expressing gratitude to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for his reinstatement as a member of the Lok Sabha. He also extended a sarcastic apology for his previous speech where he mentioned Adani.
Quoting Rumi:
Citing the renowned poet Rumi, Rahul Gandhi emphasised his intent to speak from the heart rather than the mind. He invoked Rumi’s words, “For words that come from the heart, they enter the heart,” indicating his approach to the discourse.
Bharat Jodo Yatra:
Rahul Gandhi shared insights into his “Bharat Jodo Yatra,” and as the uproar in the parliament started Rahul Gandhi said, “Wait for a few more minutes if you have waited for a day,” and continued with his speech.
Manipur and PM Modi:
Addressing the no-confidence motion, Rahul Gandhi turned the spotlight on Manipur. He asserted that for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Manipur seemed to be excluded from India. He highlighted the division within Manipur and the consequent erosion of its identity. He went on to say that PM Modi is “Spreading Kerosene Nationwide”, and that the “Nation is burning, mainly Manipur and Haryana.”
Rijiju’s Interruption:
During his speech, BJP MP Kiren Rijiju interrupted Rahul Gandhi and posed a question related to the Congress’s actions in the northeastern region. The interruption led to a brief moment of disruption in the Lok Sabha proceedings.
Voices of Manipur:
Rahul Gandhi shared poignant observations, stating that Manipur had been divided, causing immense hardship. He conveyed the message that Manipur’s essence had been compromised, and he went on to say that “Bharat Mata has been killed in Manipur, today my mother is sitting here, and my other mother (Bharat Mata) was killed in Manipur.”
Call for Reflection:
Rahul Gandhi’s speech underscored the need for a reflective approach to addressing the issues faced by Manipur. Rahul Gandhi questioned the government’s approach, highlighting the potential of the Indian army to restore peace in Manipur within a day, yet failing to do so. He raised a poignant query, “If PM Modi is not listening to the heart of India, whose voice does he listen to?”
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