Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ in Indore sparks BJP-Congress row over PM Modi mimicry

A political row has erupted over a stand-up comedy act at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ programme in Indore. Comedian Pulkit Mani mimicked Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the event, drawing criticism from BJP leaders, who demanded an apology from Gandhi. Congress leaders have defended the performance as mimicry and humour, rejecting the BJP’s allegations. Meanwhile, Mani has announced the cancellation of shows in Noida, Lucknow and Kanpur, citing threats for the latter two cancellations.