US President led to tumble in stock market: LoP Rahul Gandhi in Patna

ANI April 7, 2025 186 views

Rahul Gandhi delivered a powerful speech in Patna addressing multiple national and international issues, focusing on economic inequalities and constitutional values. He criticized US President Donald Trump's economic policies and their impact on global stock markets, emphasizing that such market fluctuations primarily affect a small percentage of wealthy individuals. The Congress leader also celebrated the deep philosophical roots of India's Constitution, connecting it to historical social reformers and leaders. Gandhi reaffirmed his party's commitment to social justice by promising to challenge existing reservation limitations.

"The US president has led to a tumble in the stock market" - Rahul Gandhi
Patna, April 7: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday attacked US President Donald Trump over the stock market situation and said that the US president has caused the stock market to tumble.

Key Points

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Rahul Gandhi connects global economic tensions to domestic inequality

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Highlights constitutional values beyond 1947 document

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Remembers Nehru and Gandhi's commitment to truth

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Promises to challenge reservation caps

"The US president has led to a tumble in the stock market. Less than 1 per cent of the people here have their money invested in the stock market, which means the stock market is not a field for you. Unlimited money is made in it, but you don't get the benefit of it," the Lok Sabha LoP said, addressing the Samvidhan Suraksha Sammelan in Patna.

Asian stock markets witnessed a major sell-off on Monday after US President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs. The markets opened with heavy selling pressure, reflecting growing fears over the impact of the tariffs on global trade and economic growth.

The Lok Sabha LoP said that the people from weaker sections of society were being treated as second-class citizens.

"People say that the Constitution was drafted in 1947. However, I believe that this Constitution is thousands of years old, and it includes thoughts of Ambedkar ji, Pule ji, Gandhi ji, Nehru ji, Guru Nanak ji and Kabir. The Constitution contains the thoughts of those whom India respects," he added.

He further remembered former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and Mahatma Gandhi and said that they both loved truth.

"I was asked a question about what your great-grandfather Nehru ji was like and what you learned from him? In the room where I was sitting, there was a picture of not only Nehru ji but also Mahatma Gandhi ji. Looking at that picture, only one thought came to my mind: that both these people loved the truth," the LoP said.

Rahul Gandhi further said that the Congress will demolish the "fake barrier" of 50 per cent cap on reservations.

The Bihar Legislative Assembly election for all 243 constituencies is scheduled to be held in October or November this year. The last assembly elections were held in October-November 2020.

Reader Comments

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Amit K.
Interesting perspective from Rahul Gandhi. While I don't always agree with him, he's right that stock market fluctuations affect common people differently than the wealthy. The tariff situation is worrying for global trade though. 🌍
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Priya M.
The connection between US policies and our markets is undeniable. But I wish politicians would focus more on solutions rather than just pointing fingers. What's the plan to protect Indian investors?
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Rahul S.
Respectfully disagree with some points here. The stock market does benefit middle class through mutual funds and retirement accounts. Maybe the focus should be on financial literacy rather than dismissing markets entirely?
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Sunita P.
Love how he connected our constitutional values to ancient Indian thinkers! 👏 That's the kind of inclusive vision we need more of in politics today.
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Vikram J.
The timing of this speech before Bihar elections is... interesting. Would like to see more concrete economic policies rather than just rhetoric about reservations and stock markets.
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Neha T.
While I appreciate the sentiment about constitutional values, I wish the discussion had more depth about how to actually bridge the wealth gap. The 50% cap debate is important but needs nuanced discussion.

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