India and the United States have agreed on a trade deal where the US will reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent. Congress criticized the government, accusing it of jeopardizing the Indian economy under the guise of a trade agreement. Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat expressed concern about the deal, highlighting potential negative consequences for Indian farmers.
BJP MLA Vikram Randhawa, however, took an optimistic stance, praising the government’s global credibility and strength. He criticized the Leader of the Opposition, alleging a weakening of the Congress party’s position. Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav emphasized that agriculture and dairy, central to Indian farmers, are crucial sectors that should remain sovereign.
Congress MP Manish Tewari raised the issue in the Lok Sabha, seeking a discussion on the India-US trade agreement. The trade deal was finalized after a conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump. Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, accused PM Modi of being “compromised” and “under pressure,” attributing these factors to the agreement.
