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Modi Cites Rahul Gandhi's 2017 Remark to Praise Banaskantha Farmers
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🗓 30 Oct 2026, 09:56 PM
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PM Modi highlighted Banaskantha's agricultural success in Bhildi, referencing Rahul Gandhi's 2017 comment on potatoes to underscore local farming achievements.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a gathering in Bhildi, Gujarat, to highlight the significant agricultural progress in the Banaskantha district. During his speech, the Prime Minister emphasized that the region's success is driven by modern irrigation techniques and the reliable availability of water from the Narmada river.
While praising the local farmers for their productivity, Modi referenced a remark made by Rahul Gandhi in 2017 regarding the potential of turning potatoes into gold. The Prime Minister used this historical comment to illustrate the tangible achievements of the district's agricultural sector, stating that the results speak for themselves.
The political opposition's past statements were further amplified by the ruling BJP, which utilized the moment to criticize Gandhi on social media platforms. The party framed the incident as evidence of the government's commitment to empowering farmers through infrastructure and water management.
While praising the local farmers for their productivity, Modi referenced a remark made by Rahul Gandhi in 2017 regarding the potential of turning potatoes into gold. The Prime Minister used this historical comment to illustrate the tangible achievements of the district's agricultural sector, stating that the results speak for themselves.
The political opposition's past statements were further amplified by the ruling BJP, which utilized the moment to criticize Gandhi on social media platforms. The party framed the incident as evidence of the government's commitment to empowering farmers through infrastructure and water management.