Opposition MPs protest over Adani issue, stage mock 'interview' in parliament

In a fresh effort to corner the BJP-led government over the Adani controversy, opposition MPs staged a dramatic protest in the Parliament on Monday. Led by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, they took a creative approach, performing a mock 'interview' to highlight their accusations of a close relationship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and billionaire Gautam Adani.

During the protest, two opposition MPs wore masks of Prime Minister Modi and Adani, while Rahul Gandhi played the role of an interviewer. Gandhi asked pointed questions about the duo's alleged relationship. The MPs responded with humour, saying, "We do everything together. We have had a relationship for years."

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The mock interview escalated when Gandhi asked why Parliament was not functioning properly due to disruptions, with the MPs impersonating Adani and Modi suggesting that key government figures, including Home Minister Amit Shah, were missing from the session.

Parliamentary chaos continues

The protest is part of a wider push from the opposition to secure a parliamentary debate on the bribery charges levelled against the Adani Group in the US. Since the start of the Winter Session on November 20, Parliament has seen frequent washouts, with opposition parties accusing the government of blocking a discussion on the issue.

In a Facebook post earlier, Rahul Gandhi called on Prime Minister Modi to engage with the ongoing debate in Parliament. He urged, "Modi ji, come to Parliament, don’t fear an inquiry into Adani." Gandhi’s statement reflects the ongoing frustration within the opposition.

However, the Adani Group has labelled the accusations as "baseless".

The clash between the opposition and the government is set to continue as both sides prepare for further confrontations in the coming weeks.

(With inputs from agencies)