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Sonia Gandhi says BJP has caused "great damage" to India's social fabric
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 07:46 AM
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In a recent interview with The Hindu, Sonia Gandhi accused the BJP of inflicting serious harm on the country's social cohesion.
Sonia Gandhi sat down for an interview with The Hindu, where she voiced strong criticism of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. She asserted that the BJP's policies and rhetoric have caused "great damage" to the fabric of India, undermining the nation's unity and pluralistic ethos.
The veteran Congress leader highlighted concerns over growing social polarization, suggesting that recent political discourse has eroded communal harmony and weakened democratic values. Gandhi emphasized the need for inclusive governance that respects India's diverse cultural and religious landscape.
While she did not name specific policies, her remarks reflect ongoing tensions between the opposition and the government over issues such as minority rights, freedom of expression, and the direction of national development. The interview adds to a series of public statements by Gandhi aimed at rallying support ahead of upcoming electoral contests.
The veteran Congress leader highlighted concerns over growing social polarization, suggesting that recent political discourse has eroded communal harmony and weakened democratic values. Gandhi emphasized the need for inclusive governance that respects India's diverse cultural and religious landscape.
While she did not name specific policies, her remarks reflect ongoing tensions between the opposition and the government over issues such as minority rights, freedom of expression, and the direction of national development. The interview adds to a series of public statements by Gandhi aimed at rallying support ahead of upcoming electoral contests.