Congress party withdraws a statement made in Pune court regarding a potential threat to Rahul Gandhi’s life. Image by puneripages.in
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The Congress party has officially announced its intention to withdraw a statement made in a Pune court which had expressed apprehension of a threat to the life of party leader Rahul Gandhi. Spokespersons clarified that the statement was made by a party-affiliated lawyer in an individual capacity and was not authorized by the party’s national leadership.
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The Original Statement and Its Context
The statement was submitted during a defamation case hearing in a Pune court. The case was filed by a relative of V D Savarkar against Rahul Gandhi for his alleged remarks about the freedom fighter.
In the submission, the lawyer expressed concerns about a potential threat to Rahul Gandhi’s life should he be required to travel for the hearing. While this drew media attention, the Congress party has emphasized that the statement does not represent its official position.
The Party’s Official Clarification
Congress spokespersons confirmed that the statement was made without the knowledge or consent of the party leadership. Key points highlighted by the party include:
- The statement does not reflect the official stance of the Indian National Congress (INC).
- The lawyer acted in a personal capacity and independently of the party.
- Party leaders have decided to formally retract the statement to avoid any misinterpretation.
Next Legal Steps
A formal application will be filed in the Pune court to officially withdraw the statement from the court records. This procedural step ensures that the unauthorized statement is not treated as part of the party’s legal position.
Background: The Defamation Case
The defamation case arises from comments made by Rahul Gandhi regarding V D Savarkar. Filed by a relative of Savarkar, the case has required Gandhi to appear in court, providing the context for the initial statement expressing apprehension of a potential threat.
Sources & Links:
- Indian National Congress (INC) Official Website – for official statements and party clarifications.
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