A recent statement from Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury has ignited controversy, with Chowdhury stating in an interview that if business giants Adani and Ambani sent money, he would refrain from speaking against them. The remark has drawn criticism from the BJP, with spokesperson Shehzad Poonawal accusing the Congress of operating a "hafta vasooli model" and prioritizing financial gain over parliamentary discourse.
Chowdhury's statement emerged amidst political exchanges, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi questioning why Rahul Gandhi had ceased mentioning Adani and Ambani during election campaigns and insinuating the influx of money to the Congress. In response, Rahul Gandhi questioned Modi's assertions and demanded clarity on the alleged financial transactions. In the interview, Chowdhury candidly admitted that financial constraints influence political discourse, stating, "I don't even need a tempo, if Adani sends me a bag of money, that will be enough for me," sparking further debate over ethical conduct in politics.