‎New Delhi, Feb 12 (.) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Centre over trade negotiations, declaring he was prepared to face legal action if necessary while opposing any agreement he believes harms farmers’ livelihoods or India’s food security.
‎In a post on X, Gandhi wrote, “Let there be an FIR filed, let a case be registered, or bring a Privilege Motion — I will fight for the farmers.”
‎Escalating his criticism that he raised in the Lok Sabha earlier, Gandhi said that any trade deal that undermines rural incomes or weakens the country’s food security framework would amount to an anti-farmer measure.
‎Taking direct aim at the Narendra Modi-led government, Gandhi added, “We will not allow the anti-farmer Modi government to compromise with the interests of the food providers.”
‎Gandhi’s remarks come amid ongoing discussions around India’s bilateral and multilateral trade negotiations, including concerns raised by opposition parties and farmer groups about the potential impact of reduced import duties on agricultural products. Critics have argued that greater market access to foreign agricultural goods could depress domestic prices and hurt small and marginal farmers.
‎The Congress has repeatedly accused the government of sidelining farmers’ interests in policymaking, citing the now-repealed farm laws that triggered year-long protests in 2020–21.
‎Gandhi’s challenge — inviting the filing of an FIR or a Privilege Motion — signals a willingness to escalate the confrontation both politically and legally.
‎The statement is expected to intensify the political debate over trade policy and agricultural protections, particularly as farmer unions continue to voice concerns about price security, minimum support price (MSP) guarantees, and exposure to global competition. . SKA SAS KK