LoP Rahul Gandhi met PM Modi on key appointments, giving a dissent note. The BJP has criticized his upcoming Berlin visit during the Parliament session, calling him ‘Videsh Nayak’. Gandhi is set to attend an Indian Overseas Congress event.
Rahul Gandhi Gives Dissent Note on CIC, CVC Appointments
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, held a nearly two-hour closed-door meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday to finalise the key appointment to the Central Information Commission (CIC). The discussion also covered the selection of the Chief Information Commissioner, eight Information Commissioners , and the Vigilance Commissioner in the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). Sources say during the discussion Rahul Gandhi has given a dissent note on the selection of the officials.
BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi’s Berlin Visit Amid Parliament Session
Earlier today, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s upcoming Berlin visit has kicked off a fresh political storm, with the BJP slamming him for going abroad even as the Lok Sabha continues its crucial winter session. Calling him “Videsh Nayak”, BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla mocked the Congress leader for choosing a foreign tour over his duties as Leader of Opposition.
Gandhi is scheduled to attend a major Indian Overseas Congress event in Berlin on December 17, where he will meet IOC leaders from across Europe. In a post shared on X, Shehzad Poonawalla said, “Once again Videsh Nayak is doing what he does best ! Going for a foreign tour ! Parliament is on till 19th Dec, but Reports suggest Rahul Gandhi to visit Germany from Dec 15-20! Rahul is LoP – leader of paryatan During Bihar elections, too, he was abroad & then in a Jungle Safari,” adding that Rahul Gandhi had similarly been away during the Bihar elections. “During the Bihar elections too, he was abroad & then in Jungle Safari,” Poonawalla’s X post further read.
Indian Overseas Congress Defends Berlin Outreach
Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) has described the visit as a significant outreach initiative aimed at strengthening the party’s global engagement. The IOC announced that Rahul Gandhi will address the Indian diaspora in Berlin on December 17, where Presidents of IOC chapters across Europe will gather to discuss NRI issues, Congress Party strengthening, and strategies to expand the party’s ideological reach.
Strengthening Global Engagement
Ausaf Khan, President of IOC Austria, said the organisation is “honoured” to host Gandhi, noting the presence of senior leaders such as Sam Pitroda and Dr. Arathi Krishna. “We are honored to welcome Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Member of Parliament, who will be engaging with the Indian diaspora in Berlin on December 17, 2025. The event will bring together all Presidents of the Indian Overseas Congress from across Europe, providing a unique platform to discuss key issues with Shri Rahul Gandhi, particularly on strengthening the Congress Party ,NRI issues and further exploring how the IOC can play a pivotal role in connecting more people to the party and spreading its ideology. We look forward to receiving invaluable guidance from our senior leadership, including Shri Rahul Gandhi, Shri Sam Pitroda, Dr. Arathi Krishna, and other esteemed leaders. Ausaf Khan President IOC, Austria,” Indian Overseas Congress’ X post read.
Fostering Diplomatic Dialogue
Moreover, Vikram Duhan, General Secretary of the Indian Overseas Congress UK, highlighted the broader diplomatic importance of the tour, saying Gandhi’s engagements in Germany would foster discussions on India’s global role and open opportunities for dialogue with German lawmakers and the Indian community abroad. “The Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi Ji,s visit to Germany will offer a valuable platform to engage in dialogue on India’s global role, while fostering the exchange of ideas and opportunities with German legislators and members of the Indian diaspora. -Vikram Duhan General Secretary Indian Overseas Congress UK,” Indian Overseas Congress’ X post read.
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