Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized the Youth Congress for their shirtless protest at the India-AI Impact Summit, calling any action against them “extremely condemnable.” The protest, which took place on February 20 at Bharat Mandapam during the summit, involved Youth Congress members displaying anti-government slogans on inner T-shirts, leading to arrests by the Delhi Police.
Priyanka Gandhi emphasized the importance of peaceful resistance inherited from Mahatma Gandhi and Indian ancestors, stating that it is crucial for Indians to voice their concerns against the government. She expressed solidarity with the Youth Congress members, labeling them as “fearless soldiers” standing up for the people’s rights.
The shirtless demonstration has faced criticism not only from the ruling BJP-led NDA but also from opposition parties like the Samajwadi Party and Rashtriya Janata Dal. The disruption at the summit, which focused on responsible AI for global progress, has sparked a debate on protest rights versus national prestige, drawing attention from various quarters.
