In a sharp counterattack amid the ongoing parliamentary row over former Army Chief General MM Naravane’s book, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has unleashed a list of 40 books that he claims reveal the ‘true history’ of the Congress party and the Gandhi family. Shared on social media platform X, this meticulously compiled list targets alleged controversies from Congress’s past regimes, including the Emergency period and dynastic politics.
Dubey posted each book separately across 40 distinct updates, detailing titles, authors, and concise summaries. He argues these published works, freely available to the public, deserve parliamentary scrutiny over unverified claims. ‘Instead of unproven material, let’s discuss these authentic sources that expose the Nehru-Gandhi era,’ he posted, urging a deeper dive into India’s historical narratives.
The move comes on the heels of a heated Lok Sabha debate sparked by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi referenced a magazine article citing Naravane’s allegedly unpublished book, which purportedly mentions Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in connection with the 2020 India-China standoff. The ruling side erupted, demanding adherence to parliamentary rules on authentic sources.
Tensions peaked when Gandhi brandished the book in Parliament premises on Wednesday, prompting Dubey to arrive with armloads of counter-literature. He read excerpts aloud during proceedings, drawing fierce protests from the opposition, who decried it as disruptive. Undeterred, Dubey insists his 40-book selection is merely a sampler, hinting at over 150 titles documenting ‘fraud, corruption, and unethical liaisons’ tied to the Gandhi family.
This literary showdown underscores deepening political divides, with both sides weaponizing books to shape public memory. As Parliament reconvenes, expect more such salvos, potentially reshaping discourse on India’s post-independence legacy. The real question: will these tomes prompt genuine debate or fuel further acrimony?