Amit Shah Defends Trade Deals, Attacks Rahul Gandhi
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated Feb 14, 2026
The event highlights the Indian government's stance on trade deals and national security, aiming to reassure farmers and fishermen while criticizing the opposition. This political discourse could influence investor confidence in India's economic policies and political stability, particularly concerning agricultural and fishing sectors.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during a rally in Karaikal, India===Puducherry, asserted that the interests of Indian farmers and fishermen have been fully secured in recent Free Trade Agreements and the Indo-US trade deal. He strongly criticized India===Indian National Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly misleading the public with 'lies' regarding these agreements. Shah also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decisive leadership in both economic policy and national security, citing actions against terrorism like the surgical strikes. Furthermore, he accused the previous India===Indian National Congress government in India===Puducherry, led by V. Narayanasamy, of significant corruption, including the alleged misappropriation of Rs 15,000 crore in development funds and selling medical seats. Shah championed the current India===All India N.R. Congress-India===Bharatiya Janata Party alliance government in India===Puducherry for ending corruption and ensuring stability, appealing to voters to re-elect the alliance for continued development. He expressed confidence in the India===Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA forming the government again at the Centre in 2029.
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