3 Things Congress' Adani protests, farmers' pollution concerns, and D Gukesh makes history
Dec 13, 2024
Asad Rehman, a reporter at The Indian Express, discusses the Congress party's dynamic protests over Gautam Adani's bribery case, shedding light on their diverse protest tactics. Parul Kulshreshtha, also from The Indian Express, highlights farmers' protests in Punjab and Rajasthan, raising alarms over pollution in the Sutlej River affecting their health and crops. The conversation wraps with a celebration of D. Gukesh, the youngest World Chess Champion, showcasing his incredible rise in the chess world.
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Congress protests Adani Case
- Congress protests Gautam Adani's alleged bribery case and his association with PM Modi.
- Rahul Gandhi aggressively speaks against Adani and demands a discussion in the parliament.
Congress's methods of protest
- Congress uses Rule 267 notices, demanding adjournment for urgent Adani case discussion.
- Initial disruptions lead to an agreement for a constitutional debate, shifting Congress protests outside the House.
Creative measures by the Congress
- Congress employed creative protests, using banners, stickers, and masks.
- Rahul Gandhi encouraged innovative methods to highlight the issue and gain attention.