Rahul Gandhi is accused of referring to Lord Ram as “mythological” during a session at Brown University in Boston, USA, on April 21, 2025. The case was initiated through a revision petition filed by advocate Harishankar Pandey, who alleged that Gandhi’s comments insulted Hindus and disparaged symbols of Sanatan Dharma.
Pandey’s petition claims that Gandhi’s statements, questioning the historicity of Lord Ram and referring to stories from that era as “fictional,” hurt religious sentiments. The advocate also labeled Gandhi a “Ram Drohi,” asserting that the MP had previously opposed the Ram Temple issue in India and was now raising doubts about Lord Ram abroad.
The case traces back to May 17, 2025, when the initial complaint was dismissed by the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (MP-MLA). Pandey subsequently filed a revision petition in the District Judge’s Court on September 26, seeking judicial intervention.
During the April 21 session, Rahul Gandhi had addressed secular politics in the context of Hindu nationalism, highlighting the inclusive and tolerant philosophies of Indian reformers like Buddha, Guru Nanak, Mahatma Gandhi, and B.R. Ambedkar. Gandhi noted that the approach of the BJP, according to him, “does not represent Hinduism” and accused it of promoting hate rather than tolerance.
The court will first examine the maintainability of the petition before deciding on the merits. Gandhi’s non-appearance on Friday resulted in the adjournment, and the matter is now scheduled for hearing on December 18, when the MP or his counsel is expected to be present for the proceedings.
This development continues to draw public and media attention, reflecting the sensitivity surrounding religious remarks and political discourse in India.
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