Advertisement
Sections
Bilkis Bano case: Rahul Gandhi says country seeing difference between PM Modi's words, deeds
Congress leader on Wednesday targeted PM Modi over the release of the convicts in the Bilkis Bano case and said the entire country is seeing the difference between his words and deeds.

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the release of the convicts in the Bilkis Bano case and said the entire country is seeing the difference between his words and deeds.He asked what message is being sent out to the women of the country through such decisions.The BJP government in Gujarat released all the 11 people convicted for the rape of a pregnant Bilkis Bano and murder of seven of her family members during the 2002 Gujarat riots, under its remission policy."Those who raped a five-month pregnant woman and killed her three-year-old daughter were released during 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav'. What message is being given to the women of the country by those who peddle lies about 'Nari Shakti'?"Prime Minister ji, the entire country is seeing the difference between your words and deeds," Gandhi said in a tweet in Hindi.The convicts in the Bilkis Bano case were welcomed with sweets and garlands after they stepped out of the Godhra sub-jail in Gujarat after 15 years on Monday.Read all the Latest News, Trending News, Cricket News, Bollywood News,India News and Entertainment News here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
First Published:Aug 17, 2022, 12:18:33 IST
Advertisement
Advertisement

Rahul Gandhi, Kharge lead protest near PM residence; Centre says Parliament discussion was offered
The developments come amid the continuing CJP-led agitation at Jantar Mantar, where protesters have vowed to continue their sit-in despite recent clashes with Delhi Police
2 min read
Parliament's Monsoon Session from July 20: Key bills, numbers game to dominate agenda
The Monsoon Session of Parliament will begin on July 20 and continue till August 13, with the government expected to push several key legislations, including constitutional amendment bills
2 min read
Major blow to Uddhav Thackeray as six Lok Sabha MPs join Shinde camp
In a major political setback for Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, six of the party's nine Lok Sabha MPs joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in Mumbai on Monday
2 min read
12 years and counting: NDA leaders felicitate PM Modi as he trumps Nehru's tenure record
Leaders of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Wednesday felicitated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 12 years in office and becoming India's longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister
3 min read
‘Trust, progress and welfare’: PM Modi celebrates 12 years in office, highlights big policy moves
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday marked 12 years in office. He described the period as one dedicated to "trust, development and public welfare" while highlighting key achievements of his government
3 min read
Advertisement
Advertisement
