Rahul’s remarks misinterpreted, says PCC chief

Pradesh Congress Committee president and Ludhiana MP Amrinder Singh Raja Warring on Thursday said the Rahul Gandhi’s statement during his visit to the US had been misinterpreted.

He said Rahul Gandhi engaged in a conversation with a Sikh individual in America, inquiring about his name. During the discussion, Gandhi remarked on the unfortunate reality that, due to the prevailing political climate in India, Sikhs and Sardars might feel the need to seek permission before openly representing their religion by tying a turban or wearing a “kara”.

“Rahul Gandhi was highlighting the underlying fear that has crept into various religions due to the divisive politics perpetuated by the BJP,” Warring said.