BJP-Congress spar in Uttar Pradesh over Ajay Rai’s alleged remark on PM Modi; leader calls video AI-generated
A political controversy has arisen in Uttar Pradesh following alleged remarks made by Congress leader Ajay Rai about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ruling BJP has condemned Rai's comments, accusing him of violating political decorum and calling for an apology. In response, Rai claims the video of his remarks is AI-generated and defends his political integrity.
- ▪Ajay Rai's alleged comments about PM Modi sparked backlash from the BJP.
- ▪Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized Rai's remarks as indecent and a sign of Congress's political frustration.
- ▪Rai claims the video is AI-generated and defends his long-standing political dignity.
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A political slugfest erupted in Uttar Pradesh on Friday (May 23, 2026) over Uttar Pradesh Congress unit president Ajay Rai’s alleged controversial comment about Prime Minister Narendra Modi.The incident, captured while Mr. Rai was in a vehicle, gained traction on social media with Mr. Rai seen greeting a group of supporters while making the alleged remark, which drew severe backlash from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).Leaders from the party circulated the video online, accusing the Congress leader of exceeding all bounds of political decorum.“The indecent, unparliamentary and unforgivable remarks made by the Uttar Pradesh Congress President about the respected Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji reveal the political bad habits of the Congress.
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