Amid escalating political friction, Congress MP Tariq Anwar unleashed a tirade against Prime Minister Modi’s social media stardom, branding his 100 million Instagram followers as counterfeit. Chatting with IANS in New Delhi, Anwar peeled back the curtain on digital inflation tactics.
The context? A heated confrontation in Shimla between Delhi and local police over Youth Congress members nabbed post-AI summit demo. ‘Democratic rights in action,’ Anwar argued. ‘They weren’t thugs engaged in serious offenses— just voicing concerns. Delhi Police’s zeal is misplaced.’
Procedural norms were next: ‘Inter-state arrests demand local intel-sharing. This covert operation reeks of excess.’
Modi’s online buzz drew the sharpest sting. ‘Social media pros know the tricks—fake followers galore. Popularity? It’s dipping, thanks to US alignments. History will judge.’
Anwar also tore into Nitesh Rane’s madrasa jabs as bigotry incarnate. Netanyahu’s kudos to Modi? ‘Standard red-carpet flattery.’ NCERT saga? ‘Court nailed it—a ploy to smear judges via kids’ books.’
These pointed critiques from Anwar amplify Congress’s narrative of accountability, setting the stage for fiercer partisan battles.