BJP Vs Congress Outside Parliament: Why Didn’t You Go To Jharkhand, MP Asks Priyanka Gandhi

News india BJP Vs Congress Outside Parliament: Why Didn’t You Go To Jharkhand, MP Asks Priyanka GandhiLast Updated:August 11, 2026, 17:26 ISTAs Congress's Priyanka Gandhi Vadra passed by, BJP MP Mukesh Dalal said, “Why didn’t you go to Jharkhand?” She responded that Rahul Gandhi had already met the protesting studentsRapid ReadRapid ReadSummarized by AI.+BJP MP confronted Priyanka Gandhi at Parliament.Asked why she didn't visit Jharkhand students.Gandhi said Rahul met protesting students.Got Question about the News?BJP MP Dalal with Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. (PTI/Instagram) A heated exchange erupted between Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Bharatiya Janata Party MP Mukesh Dalal at Parliament’s Makar Dwar over the ongoing Jharkhand student protest row.As the Congress continues to target the BJP over the now-concluded Delhi protest at Jantar Mantar, Dalal was seen shouting ‘Rahul Gandhi Sharam Karo’ slogans outside Parliament.Recommended StoriesUP Election 2027: Why Congress Is Pushing Samajwadi Party For Early Seat-Sharing TalksRahul Gandhi, Kharge Skip Red Fort I-Day Event Again; BJP Questions Congress Leaders’ Absence'Won't Tolerate Insult': BJP Carries Out Protests In Several States Amid Vande Mataram Row | VideoRahul, Kharge Were 'Unconvinced' By I-Day Seating, Govt Showed How BJP LoPs Sat Under UPA: SourcesWhen Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was passing by, Dalal asked her why she had not visited Jharkhand where students are protesting against JPPC-JSSC exam irregularities. “Why didn’t you go to Jharkhand," Dalal asked.Gandhi responded that Rahul Gandhi had already met the protesting students.She later said, “For the first time I have seen that the MPs of the ruling party are holding a protest. At least we have forced them to do this. Now he (Amit Shah) should come and give a statement."#WATCH | Delhi: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra says, “For the first time I have seen that the MPs of the ruling party are holding a protest. At least we have forced them to do this. Now he (Amit Shah) should come and give a statement." pic.twitter.com/DZ7gYgLPoS— ANI (@ANI) August 11, 2026RAHUL GANDHI’S STANCELeader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi has condemned the police use of force against job aspirants in Jharkhand, calling the crackdown wrong and emphasizing that students have an absolute right to peaceful protest. The student agitation in Ranchi — prompted by alleged recruitment exam irregularities tied to the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) — has sparked a massive political confrontation.Following incidents where Ranchi police used water cannons, tear gas, and lathicharges against job aspirants marching towards the state Assembly, Gandhi stated: “My message to Jharkhand students is very clear. We condemn any violence against peacefully protesting students."He urged the Hemant Soren-led Jharkhand government (in which the Congress party is a major ruling alliance partner) to immediately listen to the students’ concerns, stating that “only dialogue can yield solutions".Gandhi broadened his remarks to state that student agitations across the country are symptoms of a “collapsed, expensive, and oppressive" education and examination system. He asserted that every administration—whether the central government or state governments ruled by the Congress or the JMM—has an obligation to fix these institutional deficiencies.Senior BJP leaders, including Jharkhand Leader of the Opposition Babulal Marandi and MP Nishikant Dubey, slammed Gandhi’s comments as “double standards" and “duplicitous". They dared the Congress leadership to back up its words by withdrawing support from the Hemant Soren government if they are genuinely serious about the students’ demands.News18 NewsletterHandpicked stories, in your inboxA newsletter with the best of our journalismQuick AnswersPowered byAsk News18Jharkhand students are protesting for transparency and accountability in the recruitment process, demanding a CBI investigation into alleged irregularities and corruption. They also seek reforms in the examination process and strict action against those involved in malpractices.Powered byAsk News18About the AuthorManjiri JoshiAt the news desk for 20 years, the story of her life has revolved around finding pun, facts while reporting, on radio, heading a daily newspaper desk, teaching mass media students to now editing speci...Read MoreLocation : First Published:August 11, 2026, 12:57 ISTDisclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.Loading comments...Read More