Rajasthan: Congress MLAs Protest in Assembly Over India–U.S. Deal, Wear ‘PM is Compromised’ T-Shirts

High political drama unfolded at the Rajasthan Assembly as Congress MLAs staged a protest against the India–U.S. deal, wearing black T-shirts carrying the slogan “PM is Compromised.” The demonstration was aimed at criticizing the Centre’s handling of the agreement.

Protest at Assembly Entrance

The legislators assembled at the entrance of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly main complex before the session began. Holding placards and raising slogans, they accused the Union government of failing to safeguard national interests while finalising the deal.

The protest briefly disrupted normal proceedings and drew strong reactions from members of the ruling party.

Allegations Over the Deal

Congress leaders alleged that the agreement with the United States lacked transparency and could adversely impact domestic sectors, including farmers and small businesses. They demanded that the Centre clarify the terms of the deal and disclose whether adequate safeguards were built in.

Some MLAs claimed the agreement was concluded under external pressure — an allegation the BJP has strongly denied.

BJP Hits Back

Members of the ruling BJP in the Assembly criticized the protest, calling it politically motivated and inappropriate conduct inside legislative premises. They defended the Centre’s foreign and trade policy, stating that such agreements are designed to boost India’s global standing and economic growth.

Heightened Political Tensions

The protest has intensified the political confrontation between the Congress and the BJP in Rajasthan. Observers note that international trade and foreign policy issues are increasingly becoming part of state-level political debates, especially ahead of major electoral contests.

The Assembly session is expected to witness further heated exchanges as both sides prepare to raise the issue formally during discussions.

The controversy reflects the broader national debate over the India–U.S. agreement and its potential economic and political implications.