Saturday, March 29, 2025
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh – In a direct attack on the Modi government, Ajay Rai criticized government over Rafale and terrorism. During a protest in Varanasi, the Uttar Pradesh Congress President held up a toy Rafale plane with chillies and lemon tied to it. The act symbolized his view that India’s defense forces are not being used effectively against rising terror threats.
According to Rai, while the government boasts of strength, terrorist attacks are still increasing. He pointed to the recent Pahalgam terror attack, where several soldiers lost their lives.
“Our youth are dying, but Rafale jets stay in hangars like showpieces,” he said.
“They hang chillies and lemons on them, as if that will fight terrorism.”
Rai argued that the government’s strong words do not match its actions. Despite acquiring Rafale fighter jets, he claimed there is little response to actual threats.
Moreover, he asked when the government would act against terrorists, their supporters, and foreign backers.
“This government talks about crushing terrorists, but where is the action?” he asked.
The toy Rafale with chillies and lemon was a clear dig at superstition and inaction. It reflected Rai’s belief that the government is more focused on image than results.
Meanwhile, the Congress party continues to target the government on issues of national security, unemployment, and economic hardship—especially ahead of the general elections.
#WATCH | Varanasi | Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai shows a ‘toy plane’ with Rafale written on it and lemon-chillies hanging in it.
Ajay Rai says, “Terrorist activities have increased in the country, and people are suffering from it. Our youth lost their lives in the… pic.twitter.com/wIwLsa4akD
— ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2025
This protest is part of a wider push by the Congress to question the BJP-led government’s claims.
With growing public concern over terrorism, Rai’s message aimed to connect with voters seeking accountability.
