Rahul Gandhi Pushes For Public Debate As Nirmala Sitharaman Counters With Parliamentary Protocol

Congress leader <b>Rahul Gandhi</b> has reiterated his challenge for a public debate on national issues, seeking a platform to address his concerns directly. This move follows his ongoing critique of government policies, which he claims require greater transparency and public engagement. However, the proposal has faced immediate pushback from the ruling establishment. Union Finance Minister <b>Nirmala Sitharaman</b> and other NDA leaders have firmly rejected the idea, emphasizing that the <b>Parliament</b> remains the only legitimate venue for such discussions. JD(U) spokesperson <b>Rajeev Ranjan Prasad</b> echoed this stance, asserting that if the opposition truly respects democratic institutions, they should utilize the floor of the House to raise their grievances rather than seeking external platforms for political optics.