New Delhi: Priyanka Gandhi, a newly elected Lok Sabha member, has sparked controversy this week with her choice of tote bags. On Monday, she caught attention in the House, carrying a bag emblazoned with the word “Palestine,” which quickly raised concerns among BJP leaders. The following day, Gandhi appeared again with a different bag highlighting the struggles of minority communities in Bangladesh. These bags became a focal point of debate, with critics accusing her of using them to make political statements.
The situation escalated on Friday when BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi presented Priyanka Gandhi with a tote bag marked with “1984,” a reference to the anti-Sikh riots following the assassination of then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The exchange has since made headlines, especially with a video showing Priyanka Gandhi accepting the gift with a smile, fuelling further political controversy.
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