According to the IOC, Gandhi will participate in a programme later today where he is expected to interact with members of the Indian diaspora and hold meetings with Congress leaders from several European countries. Party officials said discussions will focus on issues faced by non-resident Indians, organisational outreach in Europe, and the party’s political messaging. Gandhi is scheduled to remain in Germany until December 20.
The visit has triggered fresh political sparring in New Delhi, as it coincides with the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament, which concludes on December 19. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) questioned Gandhi’s absence, with party spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla remarking that the opposition leader had once again lived up to what he termed the “Leader of Tourism” tag.
The Congress countered the criticism, arguing that foreign travel by political leaders should not be selectively targeted. Party MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra defended her brother, pointing out that Prime Minister Narendra Modi also undertakes frequent overseas visits and that engaging with the Indian diaspora is a legitimate political activity.
Since becoming Leader of Opposition, Gandhi’s international engagements have drawn sustained attention. Over the past six months, he has travelled to London, Malaysia, and South America, including Brazil and Colombia, where he interacted with students, business leaders, and political figures. Some of his remarks during these visits, particularly on India’s electoral process and domestic politics, have previously sparked controversy and sharp reactions from the ruling party.
Congress leaders, however, maintain that Gandhi’s outreach abroad reflects an effort to connect with overseas Indians and present the party’s perspective on global platforms. His Berlin visit is expected to conclude with meetings aimed at strengthening the IOC’s organisational network in Europe, before he returns to India later this week.
Rahul Gandhi Arrives in Berlin for Indian Overseas Congress Event, Draws Political Fire at Home
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According to the IOC, Gandhi will participate in a programme later today where he is expected to interact with members of the Indian diaspora and hold meetings with Congress leaders from several European countries. Party officials said discussions will focus on issues faced by non-resident Indians, organisational outreach in Europe, and the party’s political messaging. Gandhi is scheduled to remain in Germany until December 20.
The visit has triggered fresh political sparring in New Delhi, as it coincides with the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament, which concludes on December 19. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) questioned Gandhi’s absence, with party spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla remarking that the opposition leader had once again lived up to what he termed the “Leader of Tourism” tag.
The Congress countered the criticism, arguing that foreign travel by political leaders should not be selectively targeted. Party MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra defended her brother, pointing out that Prime Minister Narendra Modi also undertakes frequent overseas visits and that engaging with the Indian diaspora is a legitimate political activity.
Since becoming Leader of Opposition, Gandhi’s international engagements have drawn sustained attention. Over the past six months, he has travelled to London, Malaysia, and South America, including Brazil and Colombia, where he interacted with students, business leaders, and political figures. Some of his remarks during these visits, particularly on India’s electoral process and domestic politics, have previously sparked controversy and sharp reactions from the ruling party.
Congress leaders, however, maintain that Gandhi’s outreach abroad reflects an effort to connect with overseas Indians and present the party’s perspective on global platforms. His Berlin visit is expected to conclude with meetings aimed at strengthening the IOC’s organisational network in Europe, before he returns to India later this week.
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