BJP Criticizes Rahul Gandhi for Mic Incident in Parliament

The ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament has seen a significant escalation in the verbal sparring between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress party, particularly in light of recent nationwide protests concerning competitive exam paper leaks. The latest incident that has drawn attention involved BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya, who publicly criticized Congress Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, labeling him as a 'dramebaaz,' or someone who seeks to create drama for political gain. Malviya's remarks came after he shared a video that purportedly showed Gandhi turning off his own microphone during a parliamentary session, despite it being operational. This incident has become a focal point in the ongoing debate about the conduct of politicians in the Lok Sabha, especially regarding their engagement with pressing issues affecting students.

In his post on social media platform X, Malviya accused Gandhi of feigning a lack of opportunity to speak in the Lok Sabha while his microphone was indeed working. He claimed that Gandhi had switched off the mic himself after the Speaker confirmed its functionality, only to have it turned back on shortly thereafter. This incident has sparked a broader discussion about the nature of political discourse in the Parliament, with Malviya asserting that Gandhi prioritizes theatrics over genuine legislative debate. He contended that the Congress leader's approach is more about creating a narrative of victimhood rather than addressing serious matters, particularly those concerning the student protests that have recently erupted across the nation.