Politics in India is rarely dull, but this week’s circus in Parliament set a new low. In the spotlight: Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi, currency bundles on his seat/desk, and Sambit Patra’s scorching “traitor” jibe at Rahul Gandhi. If this were a reality show, it’d be called House of Scandals. Let’s dive into the madness.
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar kicked off the storm by revealing that security staff discovered wads of cash on Congress MP Manu Singhvi’s seat/desk. Singhvi, who moonlights as a criminal lawyer and defender of embattled party dynasts, was quick to deny the charge. According to him, he barely had time to breathe in the House before rushing to the Supreme Court. He claims he only ever carries a lone Rs 500 note, a statement that would make even the most gullible raise an eyebrow.
With CCTV cameras recording every sneeze in Parliament, establishing the truth should be child’s play. Did Singhvi absentmindedly leave behind his cash stash? Or did some mischievous rival plant the money to tarnish his spotless reputation? Either way, Dhankhar has ordered an investigation, and we eagerly await the revelations—or, more likely, a political whitewash.
Meanwhile, in the Lok Sabha, BJP MP Sambit Patra decided subtlety was overrated. He called Rahul Gandhi a “traitor,” sparking an outrage among Congress ranks. However, he made this remark during a press briefing outside Parliament. The label might seem extreme, but the BJP has been sharpening this narrative for years. They point to Rahul’s “secret” deal with the Chinese Communist Party, his cozy meetings with foreign dignitaries during tense India-China stand-offs, and his alleged ties to organizations with questionable motives, including George Soros-funded NGOs.
Patra’s fiery rhetoric might not win him a congeniality award, but it reflects a broader BJP strategy: paint Rahul as a liability, not just to his party but to the nation. The Congress, predictably, cried foul, with MP Hibi Eden filing a privilege motion against Patra. But let’s be honest—do we really expect the Chair to take this motion seriously?
Adding fuel to the fire, Chairman Dhankhar hinted at “foreign elements” funding protests against the government, from the farmers’ agitation to anti-CAA rallies. While he avoided specifics, the ruling party has long alleged links between the Opposition and anti-India forces based in the US, Canada, and Germany.
Rahul Gandhi’s frequent US visits, facilitated by loyalist Sam Pitroda, haven’t helped his case. Critics allege these trips are orchestrated by Soros-backed groups and Khalistani sympathizers. And then there’s the lingering mystery of Rahul’s alleged Italian citizenship, UK business interests, and Indian nationality—a trifecta tailor-made for BJP talking points.
In this week’s saga, the BJP emerges as the undisputed winner. Patra’s “traitor” remark, however incendiary, forces Congress into defense mode, while the cash-on-desk scandal adds a layer of chaos. Even if Sanghvi is cleared, the spectacle reinforces the BJP’s portrayal of the Opposition as corrupt and untrustworthy.
And Rahul Gandhi? The burden of proof lies squarely on him. Whether it’s clarifying his citizenship, justifying his foreign jaunts, or dispelling allegations of anti-national tendencies, his silence only strengthens the BJP’s hand.
As Parliament remains mired in disruption and drama, one thing is clear: the real losers are governance and the Indian public. But hey, why let that ruin a perfectly entertaining political soap opera?
