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flag Indian opposition protests demand resignation of petroleum minister over Epstein-linked documents; he denies allegations.

flag On February 13, 2026, opposition MPs in India’s Lok Sabha protested outside Parliament, demanding the resignation of Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri amid allegations linking him to Jeffrey Epstein, based on recently released U.S. Department of Justice files. flag The protest, led by Congress and RJD members, included slogans, placards, and calls for accountability, with Rahul Gandhi citing verified documents naming Puri and Anil Ambani. flag Puri denied any wrongdoing, calling the claims baseless and lacking credibility, while the Lok Sabha was adjourned until March 9. flag The controversy unfolded during the first phase of the Budget session and coincided with broader opposition criticism of the India-U.S. interim trade agreement and government conduct.

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