Rahul Gandhi Accuses PM Modi of Trading US Deal for Adani's Legal Relief
Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that a recent trade agreement with the United States was not designed for economic benefit but to secure the dismissal of corruption charges against industrialist Gautam Adani. This accusation follows a New York Times report stating the US Department of Justice plans to drop bribery charges against Adani and his associates. While sources cited in the report attribute the decision to the Trump administration’s broader retreat from foreign bribery cases rather than political favoritism, the Congress party contends it proves Modi is compromised. Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh further alleged that Modi halted 'Operation Sindoor' due to US pressure linked to the Adani case and Epstein files. The indictment, originally filed in November 2024, accused Adani of offering significant bribes to Indian officials for solar power contracts. Despite the potential dismissal of criminal charges, reports indicate Adani may still face financial penalties. The opposition continues to frame the unresolved trade pact as a one-sided concession made under duress, prioritizing Adani's legal interests over national sovereignty and economic welfare.
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