'Not talking about some 56-year-old youth': PM Modi's sharp jibe at Rahul Gandhi sparks political buzz

PM Narendra Modi appeared to take a veiled swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi while speaking ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament on Monday. Highlighting India's progress in science, innovation, and space technology, the Prime Minister said he was referring to the country's "28-year-old youngsters" and "not some 56-year-old youth," a remark widely seen as aimed at the Leader of the Opposition.

During his address, PM Modi praised India's young innovators for driving the country's achievements and contributing to its growing global reputation. He stressed that India's youth are playing a crucial role in sectors such as technology, research, and space exploration, calling them the nation's biggest strength.

The comment quickly triggered political reactions, as it came at the start of the Monsoon Session, which is expected to witness heated debates between the ruling NDA and the opposition on several contentious issues. While the Prime Minister did not mention Rahul Gandhi by name, the statement was widely interpreted as a political dig, adding to the ongoing war of words between the BJP and the Congress.