Union Minister Giriraj Singh attacks Rahul Gandhi, says he can't tolerate Narendra Modi as PM

ANI May 16, 2025 169 views

Union Minister Giriraj Singh launched a scathing attack on Rahul Gandhi, claiming the Congress leader resents PM Modi's humble origins. Singh questioned why Gandhi's family didn't implement private sector reservations during their rule. The remarks followed Gandhi's Bihar speech demanding quota reforms and caste census implementation. Meanwhile, Darbhanga authorities initiated action against Gandhi for violating CRPC rules during his hostel visit.

"Rahul Gandhi can't tolerate that someone like Narendra Modi, the son of a backwards class, poor tea vendor, be the PM." – Giriraj Singh
New Delhi, May 16: Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Friday took a jibe at Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, claiming he cannot tolerate that someone like Narendra Modi, a backward class leader and former tea vendor holds the post of Prime Minister.

Key Points

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Singh links Gandhi's reservation push to Congress' past failures

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Accuses Gandhi of dynastic entitlement over Modi's rise

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Cites Modi's backward class identity as key friction point

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References Gandhi's Bihar speech on private sector quotas

Responding to Rahul Gandhi's call for implementing reservation in private institutions, Union Minister Giriraj Singh said the Leader of Opposition should have questioned his father and grandmother---both former Prime Ministers of India on why they failed to introduce such measures during their time in power.

"Rahul Gandhi thinks that nobody can become the Prime Minister except him, or without the leadership of the Gandhi family. He can't tolerate that someone like Narendra Modi, the son of a backwards class, poor tea vendor, be the PM. That is why he is creating all this drama," Singh told ANI.

"He should have asked his father and grandmother why they didn't implement reservations. Shedding crocodile tears is not going to help him accomplish anything now," he added.

This comes after, Gandhi in his address in Bihar's Darbhanga, advocated for implementing reservation laws in private colleges and universities, ensuring equal opportunities for marginalised communities.

"...I talked about the caste census there (at the college hostel) and also said that the law which is there - reservation in private colleges and universities - that law should be implemented. Also, the 50% barriers in the reservation should be removed. These are our demands and we will fulfil them," he said.

Ahead of this, the Darbhanga district administration said on Thursday that they would take action against him for the violation of Section 163 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CRPC).

The District Magistrate of Darbhanga told ANI, "Darbhanga district administration to take action against Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for violation of CRPC 163."

The action came after Gandhi reached Ambedkar Hostel in Darbhanga despite being denied of permission by Bihar Police.

Reader Comments

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Rajesh K.
Why is Giriraj Singh making this about caste? Modi ji became PM because of his work in Gujarat, not because of his background. This constant backward-forward narrative is tiring. Let's focus on actual policies instead of personal attacks. 🙏
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Priya M.
Reservation in private sector is long overdue! At least Rahul Gandhi is talking about real issues affecting millions. Our youth need opportunities, not political mudslinging. Both sides should discuss policy rather than personal histories.
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Amit S.
Typical Congress mentality exposed again! For 60+ years they ruled but did nothing for reservations in private sector. Now when Modi ji is transforming India, they suddenly remember these issues? Too little too late!
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Sunita R.
Both sides are equally responsible for this circus. One day it's about chaiwala, next day about foreign origins. When will our leaders discuss inflation, jobs and women's safety? We deserve better debates in our democracy.
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Vikram J.
Rahul Gandhi breaking rules by entering without permission shows entitlement. Rules are same for everyone! If he really cares about Ambedkar's ideals, he should follow due process instead of political drama.
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Neha T.
As a young professional, I'm tired of this reservation debate. We need quality education and skill development for ALL Indians. Private sector reservations without improving primary education is like putting bandaid on bullet wound. Fix root causes first!

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