FIR registered against Rahul Gandhi over Haldwani 'purification' remarks

A political row erupted after some individuals allegedly performed a 'purification yajna' at the Ramlila Ground in Haldwani on August 11, following a public meeting held there by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on August 8

BJP and Congress clashed over allegations of rally venue purification. Rahul Gandhi demanded an FIR, linking it to untouchability practices. BJP rebutted charges, showing organizers' videos and questioning the delay. Organizers stated a hawan followed cleaning for Ramlila, denying BJP links. Both parties exchanged accu

The 'Jhooth Ki Goonj' website claims that out of the 40 statements made by Rahul Gandhi at his four events, 29 were false and 11 were misleading.