P Chidambaram
P Chidambaram Calls MGNREGA Renaming "Second Assassination of Gandhi": Analysis of Rural Employment Bill Changes
Dec 17, 2025 10:03 pm CST
Former Union Minister P Chidambaram criticizes the government's decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Act (MGNREGA), calling it an attempt to erase Gandhi's legacy. The new Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural) Bill not only changes the name but also fundamentally alters the program's structure, raising concerns about its impact on rural livelihood security and accessibility for India's poor.
P Chidambaram Criticizes Hindi Names in Parliamentary Bills: Concerns Over Language Inclusivity in Indian Legislation
Dec 16, 2025 12:26 pm CST
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram has raised concerns about the increasing use of Hindi words in the titles of parliamentary bills, calling it discriminatory against non-Hindi speaking citizens. The controversy involves several new bills including the Sabka Bima and G Ram G Bill, with Chidambaram arguing this breaks from the 75-year tradition of maintaining linguistic balance in legislative naming practices and potentially undermines English's status as an Associate Official Language.
Congress Establishes Committee for DMK Seat-Sharing Talks Ahead of Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly Election
Nov 22, 2025 09:56 pm CST
Congress has formed a five-member committee to initiate seat-sharing negotiations with DMK for Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly election. Led by Girish Chodankar, the committee will meet Chief Minister MK Stalin soon, reinforcing the alliance amid speculation following Rahul Gandhi's conversation with TVK chief Vijay. The Congress-DMK partnership previously saw success in the 2021 elections, with Congress winning 18 of 25 contested seats.
Delhi Red Fort Car Blast: Political Controversy Erupts Over Kashmir Connection
Nov 17, 2025 09:17 pm CST
Congress leader Husain Dalwai has linked the recent Delhi Red Fort car blast to Kashmir tensions, suggesting it may be a consequence of "injustice" in the region. The explosion, occurring just before Bihar election results, killed 15 people and injured over 20. His comments follow controversial remarks by PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti and have sparked fierce criticism from BJP representatives, who dismiss the allegations as "vote bank politics."
BJP-Congress Clash Over "Home-Grown Terrorists" Comment After Delhi Red Fort Attack
Nov 13, 2025 08:56 pm CST
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram's remarks about "home-grown terrorists" following the Delhi Red Fort terror attack has sparked intense political debate between BJP and Congress. BJP leaders strongly criticized his classification of terrorists, while the incident raises questions about the relationship between education and terrorism, as several suspects are medical professionals. The attack killed 8 people and injured around 20, expanding investigations to include connections with Al-Falah University.
Amitabh Kant Advocates for Indian-Made EVs Amid Lokpal's BMW Procurement Controversy
Oct 23, 2025 12:32 pm CST
Former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant has purchased a Mahindra XEV9 electric vehicle amid the controversy surrounding Lokpal's plan to acquire seven BMW luxury cars worth Rs 70 lakh each. Kant suggests that officials should support domestic EV manufacturing instead of importing luxury vehicles, highlighting the benefits of "Make in India" initiative and sustainable transportation choices as opposition leaders question the anti-corruption watchdog's expenditure of public funds on luxury vehicles.
P Chidambaram Proposes Accountability System for Bengaluru Road Infrastructure Development
Oct 22, 2025 04:08 pm CST
Congress MP P Chidambaram addresses the Bengaluru road infrastructure controversy between Biocon's Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, suggesting a new accountability framework where private companies supervise public works execution rather than merely providing funds. The proposed system aims to improve infrastructure quality by holding supervising entities responsible for project outcomes.
Congress MPs Slam India's Anti-Corruption Watchdog Lokpal Over Rs 70 Lakh BMW Purchase Plan
Oct 22, 2025 12:49 pm CST
Senior Congress leaders P Chidambaram and Abhishek Singhvi have criticized India's anti-corruption watchdog Lokpal for its plan to purchase seven BMW luxury cars costing Rs 70 lakh each for its members, questioning the necessity of such expensive vehicles when Supreme Court judges use modest sedans. The controversy highlights concerns about public fund utilization by an institution tasked with fighting corruption.
Maharashtra Congress Responds to P Chidambaram's Controversial Remarks on Operation Blue Star
Oct 13, 2025 12:59 am CST
Maharashtra Congress President Harshwardhan Sapkal clarifies that P Chidambaram's critical comments on Operation Blue Star represent his personal views, not the party's stance. Chidambaram called the 1984 military operation "the wrong way" to handle the Golden Temple situation, drawing criticism from Congress leadership. Sapkal also addressed the Thackeray cousins' meeting, RTI Act anniversary, and falling soybean prices affecting farmers in Maharashtra.
P Chidambaram's Controversial Remarks on Operation Blue Star Spark Tension Within Congress Leadership
Oct 12, 2025 05:29 pm CST
Former Union Home Minister P Chidambaram has created controversy within the Congress party after claiming Indira Gandhi chose the "wrong way" to handle Operation Blue Star. Party leadership is reportedly upset with his statements, while colleague Rashid Alvi questions if Chidambaram is under pressure due to pending criminal cases. The controversy follows his recent comments about India's diplomatic response to the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.