Subramanian Swamy calls for Modi’s resignation amid Adani scandal
US court evidence may tarnish India’s reputation globally: BJP leader
New Delhi: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and economist Subramanian Swamy has stirred a huge political debate by calling for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to step down in the wake of allegations surrounding the Adani Group.
According to Kashmir Media Service, Swamy’s remarks, made both in public and on social media, highlight the mounting pressure on the BJP government following allegations of bribery and securities fraud against Adani by U.S. authorities.
“Modi must now resign from public life,” Swamy stated on social media platform X, warning that evidence emerging from U.S. courts could severely damage the Indian government’s reputation. Swamy added that Modi’s resignation would prevent further harm to his own standing and the BJP’s future electoral prospects.
Swamy attributed the BJP’s diminished performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections to what he described as Modi’s ineffective leadership, criticizing his handling of major national issues such as economic policy, unemployment, and foreign affairs.
Referring to the prime minister’s controversial statements on China, Swamy reiterated his criticism of Modi’s remarks during the Galwan Valley standoff. “Modi has betrayed Bharat Mata by saying ‘koyi aaya nahin,’ giving a clean chit to the Chinese, who by now have grabbed 4,065 square kilometers of Ladakh land,” Swamy said, recalling his earlier remarks from March.
Swamy’s call for resignation comes as the Adani Group faces serious allegations in the United States, including bribery and securities fraud. While Modi has not been directly implicated, Swamy asserted that the scandal tarnishes the government’s credibility. He warned of further fallout, suggesting that upcoming evidence could be “devastating.”
In his post on X, Swamy remarked, “Modi must now resign from public life because of what material will come out in U.S. courts from Adani & co will devastate Indian government’s reputation.”
Swamy also criticized Modi’s involvement in religious and cultural events, accusing him of exploiting such moments for political gain. Referencing the Ram Mandir inauguration, Swamy wrote, “Modi is muscling into the Prana Prathishta Puja, when his PM status is a zero in the Puja, nor has he followed Bhagwan Ram in his personal life.”
He further emphasized that Modi’s governance has deviated from the principles of “Ram Rajya,” particularly in addressing economic and social challenges.
Known for his outspoken and independent stance, Swamy’s criticism represents a rare internal dissent within the BJP.
