The JD(U) criticized the Youth Congress for their shirtless protest at the India AI Summit, calling it disgraceful behavior. Rajiv Ranjan expressed disappointment, stating that such actions by Rahul Gandhi and his associates were unacceptable, especially as India is advancing in AI technology globally. Neeraj Kumar questioned the rationale behind opposing the summit, emphasizing the importance of the younger generation engaging with new technologies to stay competitive.
Members of the Indian Youth Congress staged a protest during the India AI Impact Summit 2026, raising concerns about unemployment, inflation, and the India-US trade deal. Security personnel intervened as protesters removed their shirts and chanted slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Central government. The disruptive actions led to the swift detention and removal of the protesters to ensure the smooth continuation of the international event.
The protesters, some of whom went topless, attempted to disrupt the summit by standing shirtless in front of an India AI Summit board and clicking pictures. Security personnel promptly removed them from the venue to maintain order. Despite the presence of numerous attendees, including foreign delegates, the protesters managed to gain access to the event, causing a brief commotion.
The BJP National President, Nitin Nabin, criticized the Congress for the protest, accusing them of bringing shame to the nation. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also condemned the shirtless protest, labeling it as highly disgraceful. In response, the Congress defended the protest as an expression of their discontent with the reported trade deal between India and the United States.
