Date: February 01, 2025
Sonia Gandhi’s Remark on President Murmu Sparks Controversy
Sonia Gandhi’s Comment on President Murmu Sparks Political Controversy
A fresh political storm has erupted following Sonia Gandhi’s remark about President Droupadi Murmu’s address to Parliament ahead of the Budget 2025 sessions. The Congress leader’s statement, suggesting that the President appeared tired and struggling during her speech, has drawn sharp reactions from the Rashtrapati Bhavan and the ruling BJP.
What Did Sonia Gandhi Say?
During an informal conversation, Sonia Gandhi commented on President Murmu’s speech, stating:
“The President was getting very tired by the end… She could hardly speak, poor thing.”
This remark quickly caught national attention and led to an official response from the President’s office, which strongly refuted any suggestion that Droupadi Murmu was struggling during her address.
Rashtrapati Bhavan’s Strong Response
The President’s office issued a formal statement, terming Sonia Gandhi’s remark as “unfortunate” and asserting that it undermined the dignity of the nation’s highest constitutional position. The statement clarified that President Murmu was neither exhausted nor struggling but instead delivered her speech with strength and determination.
The Rashtrapati Bhavan also suggested that Congress leaders might have misinterpreted the tone and delivery of the President’s speech due to a lack of familiarity with Indian linguistic idioms, particularly in Hindi.
The statement further emphasized that President Murmu’s address focused on empowering marginalized communities, women, and farmers, portraying her as a symbol of strength rather than fatigue.
BJP’s Sharp Reaction
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wasted no time in attacking Sonia Gandhi and the Congress party over the comment. BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya accused the Congress leader of demeaning the President’s office and displaying a “feudal mindset.”
He also criticized Rahul Gandhi for not paying a courtesy visit to the President after her address, alleging that Congress continues to show disregard for constitutional values upheld by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
Congress Faces Backlash Amid Political Tensions
This controversy adds to the ongoing political battle between the BJP and Congress, especially as the country moves closer to the 2025 Union Budget and the upcoming general elections. While some Congress leaders attempted to downplay Sonia Gandhi’s remark, the BJP has leveraged it as an opportunity to attack the opposition’s stance on constitutional offices.
As debates rage on in political circles and social media, it remains to seen whether Sonia Gandhi or the Congress party will issue a clarification regarding the statement. Meanwhile, President Murmu continues to remain focused on her constitutional responsibilities, unfazed by the political drama.