S Jaishankar Refutes Rahul Gandhi's Claim About PM Modi's Trump Inauguration Invite

The External Affairs Minister called the Opposition leader's statement false and harmful to India's reputation abroad.

Rahul Gandhi alleged in Parliament that S Jaishankar visited the US multiple times to secure an invitation for PM Modi to Donald Trump's inauguration.
S Jaishankar denied the claim, stating his December 2024 visit was to meet US officials and chair a gathering of Consuls General.
The Foreign Minister clarified that PM Modi does not attend such events and India is typically represented by special envoys.
Jaishankar accused Gandhi of deliberately spreading falsehoods for political purposes, which he said harm India's global image.
BJP leaders, including Kiren Rijiju, demanded evidence from Gandhi to substantiate his claims, calling them unverified and irresponsible.