
<p class="p1">The Congress party has launched a sharp counterattack against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing the ruling party of spreading misinformation and manipulating narratives derived from U.S.-originated falsehoods to shape public perception in India. The move comes after the BJP amplified comments made by former U.S. President Donald Trump to allege that the Congress party was benefiting from foreign support—an accusation Congress has strongly rejected.</p>



<p class="p1">The Congress vs BJP rivalry has long been at the center of Indian politics, but recent developments have intensified the debate around foreign influence, misinformation, and national sovereignty.</p>



<p class="p3">The BJP’s Allegation and the Congress Rebuttal</p>



<p class="p1">The controversy began when BJP leaders cited remarks by Donald Trump, who had alluded to the existence of global forces working against nationalist leaders. The BJP used these statements to claim that Congress receives foreign backing to challenge India’s nationalist government. This sparked a new narrative in Indian politics suggesting that Congress is influenced by international forces, allegedly undermining India’s democratic institutions.</p>



<p class="p1">In response, Congress strongly criticized BJP’s allegations, asserting that the ruling party was deliberately misinterpreting foreign political rhetoric to malign the opposition. Congress spokespersons dismissed the claims as baseless, misleading, and part of a broader misinformation campaign designed to deflect attention from domestic issues such as inflation, unemployment, and social unrest.</p>



<p class="p3">Congress Accuses BJP of Spreading U.S.-Originated Misinformation</p>



<p class="p1">A central point in Congress’s critique of BJP’s allegations is the accusation that the BJP is relying on U.S.-originated political falsehoods—such as Trump’s unfounded claims about election interference and deep state conspiracies—to influence Indian public opinion. Congress leaders argued that these narratives, rooted in foreign disinformation tactics, have no relevance in India’s political context but are being selectively used to demonize the opposition.</p>



<p class="p1">Congress further stated that the BJP’s adoption of foreign misinformation reflects a dangerous trend where global propaganda is imported into Indian political discourse. This, they argue, not only threatens the quality of democratic debate in India but also undermines the country’s political independence by inserting unverified international claims into domestic electoral strategy.</p>



<p class="p3">The Misinformation Strategy: Congress Calls Out BJP</p>



<p class="p1">According to the Congress party, the BJP has developed a consistent strategy of spreading misinformation against political opponents, often through social media, manipulated video clips, and coordinated messaging across pro-government news platforms. Congress leaders accused the BJP of creating “manufactured outrage” and diverting public attention from critical governance issues.</p>



<p class="p1">Party spokespersons emphasized that this misinformation strategy relies heavily on emotional narratives, nationalism, and fear-mongering, rather than on facts or policy debates. By invoking Trump’s controversial statements and presenting them as warnings against Congress, the BJP is accused of distorting global discourse for political gain.</p>



<p class="p3">Congress Defends Its Democratic Credentials</p>



<p class="p1">In rebutting the BJP’s foreign support allegations, Congress leaders highlighted the party’s long-standing commitment to Indian democracy, self-reliance, and pluralism. They reminded the public that Congress played a pivotal role in India’s independence and has governed the country for much of its post-colonial history, emphasizing that it has no need to rely on foreign endorsement or support.</p>



<p class="p1">Congress also called on the Election Commission of India to ensure that false narratives and misinformation campaigns do not derail fair democratic processes. Party leaders urged voters to remain vigilant and reject divisive politics based on fear and falsehoods.</p>



<p class="p3">Political Analysts Weigh In</p>



<p class="p1">Several political analysts have echoed Congress’s concerns, noting that the increasing use of foreign political rhetoric in Indian campaigns—especially rhetoric rooted in controversial U.S. politics—marks a shift in strategy. While earlier Indian elections focused more on local issues, there is a growing trend of importing international political frameworks to shape narratives.</p>



<p class="p1">Analysts warn that using figures like Donald Trump to justify political claims in India may backfire, as the socio-political context in the United States differs drastically from that of India. The weaponization of foreign commentary, they argue, undermines political accountability and can polarize public opinion based on misinformation.</p>



<p class="p3">Conclusion: Congress Counters with a Call for Truth</p>



<p class="p1">As the Congress-BJP rivalry heats up ahead of upcoming elections, the Congress party’s critique of BJP’s allegations stands as a direct challenge to what it sees as a misinformation-driven political strategy. By accusing the BJP of spreading foreign-originated falsehoods and manipulating Trump’s rhetoric, Congress aims to reposition itself as the party of truth, national integrity, and democratic accountability.</p>



<p>In doing so, Congress is not only defending itself from damaging accusations but also attempting to shift the narrative back toward real issues affecting Indian citizens. Whether this counter-strategy resonates with voters remains to be seen, but it has undoubtedly sharpened the lines of political debate in India.</p>

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