Rajeev Chandrasekhar Reiterates Demand for Rahul Gandhi's Apology

BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar insists on Rahul Gandhi's apology to PM Modi and the Election Commission, labeling him a 'fraud' otherwise.

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Apla Nagpur Desk
28 Sept 2026, 4:12 PM IST · 2 min read
Source: Moneycontrol
Rajeev Chandrasekhar Reiterates Demand for Rahul Gandhi's Apology
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Rajeev Chandrasekhar demands Rahul Gandhi apologize for calling PM Modi a 'deshdrohi'.

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Chandrasekhar vows to continue labeling Gandhi a 'fraud' until an apology is issued.

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The Election Commission clarifies reports of internal rifts, dismissing allegations.

On Monday, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the Kerala BJP president, reiterated his demand for Rahul Gandhi to apologize to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Election Commission. He stated that unless Gandhi issues this apology, he will continue to refer to him as a 'fraud'. This demand follows Gandhi's previous comments labeling Modi as a 'deshdrohi' (traitor) and making allegations against the Election Commission.

Chandrasekhar's initial request to Chief Minister VD Satheesan was made public when he urged that Gandhi apologize for his remarks. In exchange, Chandrasekhar had promised to cease his use of the term 'fraud' in reference to the former Congress president. He renewed this offer on social media, emphasizing that if Satheesan continues to use deceitful political tactics, he will be labeled as a fraud.

In a recent statement, Chandrasekhar referred to Gandhi as 'India’s biggest fraud', accusing him of engaging in politics based on lies and divisiveness. This comment came after Gandhi's accusations against the Chief Election Commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar, suggesting that there was manipulation in the electoral process. The Election Commission later released a statement denying any internal conflicts and confirming that the SIR schedule was approved unanimously.

Chandrasekhar's remarks have sparked significant political discourse, particularly as he criticized Gandhi's approach to political commentary. He asserted that while he typically avoids personal attacks, he felt compelled to respond to Gandhi's statements regarding the Prime Minister and the Election Commission. This ongoing exchange highlights the contentious nature of current political dynamics in India, particularly between the BJP and Congress parties.

Looking ahead, the political landscape may see further developments as both parties prepare for upcoming electoral challenges. The demand for an apology from Gandhi remains a focal point in the ongoing discourse, and how this situation unfolds could have implications for both leaders' political futures.

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