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Rahul Gandhi's first Republic Day as Leader of the Opposition drew scrutiny over protocol after he skipped PM Modi's greeting and left early.
On Republic Day 2026, Rahul Gandhi, newly appointed Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, attended the President’s At Home reception, marking his first appearance in that role at the event.
He sat with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge instead of joining the ministers’ queue, left before the President departed, and did not greet Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The Congress criticized the government for failing to accord Gandhi proper protocol, citing his Cabinet Minister-equivalent status and past practices.
However, sources noted Gandhi’s conduct also deviated from established norms, sparking debate over protocol and respect for democratic institutions during a national celebration.
El primer Día de la República de Rahul Gandhi como Líder de la Oposición atrajo el escrutinio sobre el protocolo después de que se saltó el saludo del PM Modi y se marchó temprano.