September 29, 2025

New Delhi is buzzing! The Congress party launched a fiery attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi this Saturday. Why? Because Modi announced a new self-employment scheme that gives ₹10,000 each to 7.5 million women in Bihar. Congress called this move a 'vote revdi' – which means a freebie just to win votes! Congress spokesperson Jairam Ramesh didn't hold back. He said, "Along with 'vote theft', the prime minister is now engaged in distributing 'vote revdi'." Ouch! That’s a bold charge. Ramesh reminded everyone about Modi’s past words when he slammed the Congress-led Karnataka government. Modi had criticized Karnataka's Grihalakshmi scheme that gave ₹2,000 per month to 13 million women. Now, Ramesh pointed out, Modi himself announced what he called an OTP, or 'one-time payment', for women in Bihar — handing out ₹10,000 apiece. The timing is spicy because Bihar is getting ready for big elections. Is this scheme really about helping women, or is it just a clever move to scoop up votes? And while this political drama unfolds at home, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is not shy about hitting the skies. On the very same day, he left for another foreign trip—this time to South America. The scene is set for lively political battles ahead! Stay tuned as Bihar’s election story heats up with more twists and turns.

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