Good morning. Rahul Gandhi’s math skills are… divisive. The Congress leader ignited a Bihar election firestorm by claiming 10% of Indians “control the Army,” sparking BJP accusations of disrespect. While he later reframed it as a call for diversity in leadership, the debate now overshadows Bihar’s caste-driven polls—proving that whether in hashtags or headlines, percentages pack political landmines.

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Rahul Gandhi's Army Recruitment Remarks Stir Controversy

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi sparked debate during a Bihar election rally by claiming “10% of India’s population controls the Army,” drawing criticism from opposition leaders and government officials. His remarks, made while addressing inequities in public-sector opportunities, focused on alleged underrepresentation of marginalized groups like OBCs, Dalits, and tribals in defense services.

Key Reactions

• BJP leaders accused Gandhi of “insulting the Army” and demanded an apology, calling the statement divisive and factually incorrect.
• Government officials cited data showing diverse representation across military ranks, though exact caste-based statistics remain undisclosed.
• The Congress party defended the comments, framing them as a critique of systemic imbalances rather than a slight against soldiers.

Context & Clarifications

Gandhi later clarified his remarks, emphasizing a push for “greater inclusivity” in leadership roles. The dispute comes amid heated campaigning for Bihar’s 2025 assembly elections, where caste dynamics and employment quotas are central issues. Analysts note the controversy risks overshadowing broader policy debates in a politically critical state.

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