Congress Overseas chief Sam Pitroda expressed surprise over the massive controversy surrounding his recent festive greetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Speaking to NDTV, Pitroda insisted their Diwali and New Year wishes reflected pure human warmth rather than political reconciliation.
He emphasized that personal friendships operate entirely independently from fierce ideological battles and his party’s political agenda.
Although he has neither met nor spoken with Modi in fifteen years, Pitroda praised the Prime Minister for warmly messaging him and his wife.
Addressing critics who highlighted Congress’s sustained attacks against Modi, Pitroda clarified that his personal equation differs completely from Sonia Gandhi’s or the party’s stance.
Despite defending their cordial exchange, Pitroda sharply criticized India’s toxic political climate and rejected mixing religion with governance.
He stated that a Prime Minister represents every citizen and should not prioritize temples and pujas over inclusive leadership.
Pitroda warned that constant religious rhetoric actively divides society, asserting that his vision for India remains fundamentally different.
Shifting focus to privacy concerns, Pitroda backed Rahul Gandhi’s surveillance claims by alleging that unknown actors constantly tap and attack his own devices.
However, he noted that the Prime Minister does not personally execute this surveillance and claimed he remains unfazed by the digital intrusions.
Looking ahead to Rahul Gandhi’s upcoming two-day visit to the United States, Pitroda dismissed BJP accusations of an anti-India agenda abroad.
He explained that Gandhi simply engages with students and think tanks, championing a clear vision centered on democracy, diversity, and inclusion.
Calling the anti-national allegations completely bogus, Pitroda affirmed their deep patriotism while reiterating that political opponents can still share civil, human moments.
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