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Rahul Gandhi’s tweet on Darbhanga family dispute sparks accusations of political conspiracy
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 07 Sep 2026, 08:25 AM
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent tweet about a family quarrel in Darbhanga prompted the relatives of local figure Swatantra Bhardwaj to denounce it as a political ploy.
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi took to X on Monday to comment on a dispute between two children in Darbhanga, describing it as a matter that had been politicised. His brief post referenced the incident without naming individuals, suggesting that local conflicts were being used for political gain.
The family of Swatantra Bhardwaj, popularly known as Sagun, reacted sharply. In a statement released from Darbhanga, they condemned Gandhi’s remarks, calling the tweet an unfounded political conspiracy that misrepresented the facts of the family quarrel. They asserted that the incident was a private matter and should not be leveraged for partisan narratives.
Political analysts noted that such exchanges are common in Bihar’s charged atmosphere, where national leaders often weigh in on local issues. The episode underscores the sensitivity surrounding community disputes and the propensity of political figures to frame them within broader partisan debates.
The Congress office did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the family’s allegations. Meanwhile, local residents expressed mixed reactions, with some supporting the family’s stance and others viewing the tweet as a routine political commentary.
The family of Swatantra Bhardwaj, popularly known as Sagun, reacted sharply. In a statement released from Darbhanga, they condemned Gandhi’s remarks, calling the tweet an unfounded political conspiracy that misrepresented the facts of the family quarrel. They asserted that the incident was a private matter and should not be leveraged for partisan narratives.
Political analysts noted that such exchanges are common in Bihar’s charged atmosphere, where national leaders often weigh in on local issues. The episode underscores the sensitivity surrounding community disputes and the propensity of political figures to frame them within broader partisan debates.
The Congress office did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the family’s allegations. Meanwhile, local residents expressed mixed reactions, with some supporting the family’s stance and others viewing the tweet as a routine political commentary.