Rahul Gandhi responds to invitation for public debate
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In response to a letter from former judges and a senior journalist inviting him and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to participate in a public debate, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has expressed his willingness to engage in such an event.
He said that either himself or Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge would gladly take part in the debate, pending the Prime Minister's agreement.
The invitation, extended by former Supreme Court judge Madan Lokur, former Delhi High Court Chief Justice Ajit Prakash Shah, and senior journalist N Ram, proposed a public debate between Modi and Rahul, emphasizing the importance of citizens hearing directly from political leaders during elections.
In his response, Rahul underscored the significance of the debate for enabling voters to understand the respective visions of the parties and make informed choices. He emphasized the necessity of dispelling any unfounded allegations attributed to their parties.
"As the principal parties fighting the election, the public deserve to hear from their leaders directly. Accordingly, either myself or the Congress President would be pleased to participate in such a debate. Please do let us know if and when the Prime Minister agrees to participate, following which we can discuss the details and format of the debate," Rahul stated.
Rahul Gandhi's response comes after his earlier declaration of being fully prepared to debate with the Prime Minister, expressing doubts about Modi's willingness to engage in such a discussion.
The proposal for a public debate draws parallels with the United States' tradition of presidential debates, which have been a fixture of American politics since 1947, providing voters with insights into the candidates' positions on various issues.