Hug row flares in INDIA bloc as Rahul Gandhi draws fire from Vijayan over remarks | Political Pulse News
Rahul Gandhi's remarks at the INDIA bloc meeting that he wouldn't hug Pinarayi Vijayan, former Kerala chief minister, drew criticism from Vijayan and the CPI(M). They argue his approach weakens the alliance and benefits the BJP. The CPI(M) general secretary, M A Baby, stated that Gandhi should stop acting as a facilitator for the ED and Modi government by demanding arrests of Opposition leaders.
13 JUN 2026
— The Hindu
You can hug Modi, but not Pinarayi? CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Baby asks Rahul Gandhi
· THIS STORY — Indian Express
The INDIA bloc faced tension after Rahul Gandhi's remarks about not hugging Pinarayi Vijayan, leading to criticism from Vijayan and the CPI(M).
14 JUN 2026
— NDTV
Rahul Gandhi's refusal to hug Pinarayi Vijayan at a recent INDIA bloc meeting sparked controversy and criticism from various opposition parties.
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