In a stunning revelation that has ignited fresh controversy in Indian politics, previously unseen footage from a chaotic Parliament session has surfaced, capturing opposition MPs allegedly plotting to "gherao" Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The video, which emerged on social media and was quickly amplified by BJP leaders, shows a group of opposition lawmakers huddled in the Well of the House, whispering strategies to surround the Prime Minister during his address. This clip, absent from mainstream broadcasts, exposes the raw intensity of the confrontation that disrupted proceedings for hours.
The footage, timestamped from the recent Monsoon Session, begins with Congress MP Rahul Gandhi gesturing animatedly toward the Prime Minister's podium, instructing colleagues to form a human chain. "Gherao karo, gherao PM ko," one voice is heard saying clearly amid the din, as Shiv Sena (UBT) and other INDIA bloc members nod in agreement. The camera, believed to be from an independent feed, pans across the scuffle, revealing torn papers, shouted slogans, and MPs shoving security personnel aside in a bid to encircle Modi, who remained composed at the dispatch box delivering his speech on national security.
The ruckus stemmed from opposition demands for a discussion on the Manipur violence and alleged Adani Group irregularities, which the government deemed dilatory tactics to stall key legislative business. Speaker Om Birla had repeatedly urged restraint, but the opposition's persistence led to adjournments and heightened tensions. BJP sources claim the gherao was premeditated, with the video serving as irrefutable proof of their disruptive intent rather than constructive debate.
Reactions poured in swiftly, with Union Minister Amit Shah condemning the opposition's "hooliganism" on X, stating it undermines democratic decorum. Congress rebutted by accusing the BJP of leaking selective footage to deflect from governance failures, while Rahul Gandhi dismissed it as "doctored drama." The video's authenticity has been verified by multiple fact-checkers, fueling demands for an inquiry into parliamentary conduct.
Analysts view this expose as a double-edged sword for the opposition ahead of state elections. While it rallies their base against perceived authoritarianism, it risks alienating moderates who prioritize civility in the world's largest democracy. For the BJP, the clip bolsters Modi's image as a steadfast leader amid chaos, potentially shifting public narrative from policy critiques to opposition aggression. As Parliament reconvenes, calls grow for stricter rules to prevent such spectacles.
