Aakhir Tak – In Shorts
- Power outage disrupts Rahul Gandhi’s presser.
- Gandhi blames “Adani power, Modi power” for the disruption.
- BJP’s Sambit Patra mocks Gandhi, escalating the controversy.
- US prosecutors allege ₹2,029 crore bribery by Adani Group.
- Adani Group denies all allegations, calling them baseless.
Aakhir Tak – In Depth
Power Outage at Rahul Gandhi’s Presser Sparks Political Row
During a press conference on Thursday, Rahul Gandhi blamed a sudden power outage on “Adani power, Modi power.” The microphone disruption occurred while Gandhi was criticizing industrialist Gautam Adani and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over a bribery scandal.
BJP’s Counterattack
BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra hit back, ridiculing Gandhi’s comments. He suggested that Congress leader Jairam Ramesh might have deliberately cut the power to halt Gandhi’s repetitive remarks. Patra accused Gandhi of using every issue, from Rafale to Covid, to disrupt parliamentary proceedings.
Adani Bribery Allegations: The Core Issue
US prosecutors recently accused Adani Group of paying ₹2,029 crore in bribes to secure solar energy contracts. These allegations have intensified scrutiny on the conglomerate, already under fire following Hindenburg Research’s fraud accusations.
Adani Group’s Response
Adani Group strongly denied the charges, labeling them “baseless.” The company stated, “The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. We will pursue all legal remedies to address these allegations.”
Political Fallout
Rahul Gandhi accused the Prime Minister of shielding Adani from prosecution, claiming, “BJP’s entire funding structure is tied to Adani. Without an interrogation, no investigation can be credible.”
Heightened Tensions Ahead of Parliamentary Sessions
The controversy comes as Parliament prepares to reconvene, with both Congress and BJP gearing up for heated debates.
Key Takeaways to Remember
- Rahul Gandhi blames “Adani power, Modi power” for press disruption.
- BJP mocks the claim, accusing Gandhi of playing politics.
- Adani Group faces bribery allegations, denies wrongdoing.
