Smriti Irani challenges Rahul Gandhi to debate on 10 years of NDA versus 10 years of UPA

Smriti Irani said that Rahul Gandhi would not come if she wanted to talk to him about it. He would not be able to stand even against an ordinary BJP worker.

Smriti Irani stated that in the past decade, the BJP has fulfilled the three key promises made to the people in the party manifesto.

Nagpur: Union Minister Smriti Irani on Tuesday challenged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to a debate on the ‘difference’ between the ten years of Narendra Modi government and the ten years of UPA government. She claimed that if Rahul Gandhi listens to her, he should be open to it. “Let’s have a conversation about the difference between your (UPA) and Modi’s ten years,” she said at the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha’s “Namo Yuva Maha Sammelan” in Nagpur on Monday.

Smriti Irani’s take on Rahul Gandhi

Smriti Irani added that Rahul Gandhi would not come if she wanted to talk to him about it. He would not be able to stand even against ordinary BJP members.

“I guarantee that even if an ordinary worker of Yuva Morcha starts speaking for Rahul Gandhi, he will lose the power to speak,” she stated.

Smriti stated that in the past decade, the BJP has fulfilled the three key promises made to the people in the party manifesto.

She claimed that promises had been fulfilled, including construction of Ram Mandir, abrogation of Article 370, which abolished the special status of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, and reservation of women in the assembly.

Challenge to an expected debate

The debate challenge came amid escalating political tensions as the parties geared up for the upcoming election battle. With both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress vying for power, this direct challenge injects a new dimension into the electoral discourse.

Smriti Irani further emphasized the importance of accountability and informed decision-making, urging Gandhi to engage in constructive dialogue rather than resorting to political rhetoric.

What could be important discussion topics?

However, the proposed debate is expected to focus on key issues such as economic growth, social security systems, job creation and national security. Irani underlined the importance of a comprehensive approach to these issues so that voters can make informed choices.

Rahul Gandhi’s response was awaited

However, Rahul Gandhi’s response to the challenge remains to be seen, with political analysts speculating on the possible implications of such a high-profile debate on the electoral landscape.

As the country awaits further developments, Smriti Irani’s challenge sets the stage for a compelling exchange of ideas and perspectives, giving voters a unique opportunity to assess and explore the contrasting views of the two prominent political figures.

(With inputs from ANI)