Sonia Gandhi criticisms of Indian democracy

In connection with the release of her memoir, ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love’, Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has leveled several allegations against the Narendra Modi administration regarding the state of Indian democracy and social cohesion.

Gandhi alleges that the last 12 years of the Modi government have caused heavy damage to India’s social fabric and democratic institutions. She specifically claims the administration maintains significant control over the Election Commission and mainstream media, and suggests that the government utilizes religion and vast financial resources to its advantage. She further noted that India has declined in global rankings of liberal democracies.

Regarding governance and economics, Gandhi asserts that the Bharatiya Janata Party has systematically dismantled democratic institutions and failed to introduce new governance ideas, instead repurposing programs from the previous United Progressive Alliance era. She also highlighted a widening wealth gap and cited reports from the Controller and Auditor General to challenge the administration’s claims of being corruption-free.