Rahul Gandhi renews debate challenge to Modi as government readies parliamentary session
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the government would convene a special parliamentary session to discuss foreign influence and electoral issues after Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi renewed his invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a public debate, on 3 November in Gujarat, India. The exchange began on 31 October when Gandhi invited Modi to an open debate over alleged foreign assistance; Modi responded at a Unity Day event in Gujarat, accusing opposition parties of obstructing development and warning of misinformation on social media.
BJP national spokesperson CR Kesavan later rejected Gandhi’s claim of foreign support for Modi, citing Gandhi’s own remarks made in the United Kingdom. Gandhi reiterated his call on 2 November, urging a response within 24 hours.
