80% Indians non-vegetarian, Indian non-vegetarian food is delicious, says Rahul
Rahul Gandhi asserted that 80% of Indians consume non‑vegetarian food and described it as delicious, commenting a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted an all‑vegetarian gala dinner for the BRICS summit at Bharat Mandapam. The statement was posted on social media on September 13, 2026, following the September 12 dinner.
- ✓Rahul Gandhi asserted that 80% of Indians consume non‑vegetarian food and described it as delicious, commenting a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted an all‑vegetarian gala dinner for the BRICS summit at Bharat Mandapam.
- ✓The dinner was held on September 12, 2026, at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi and was attended by heads of state and senior officials from the BRICS nations.
- ✓Gandhi’s post on September 13 quoted the statistic that 80% of Indians are non‑vegetarian and added a personal note about his sister’s chole bhature.
Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, used his social‑media accounts on X, Facebook and Instagram to state that the majority of Indians are non‑vegetarian and that Indian non‑vegetarian cuisine is tasty. His remarks came a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi presided over a gala dinner for the BRICS summit delegates, which featured an exclusively vegetarian menu.
The dinner was held on September 12, 2026, at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi and was attended by heads of state and senior officials from the BRICS nations. The menu included dishes such as khandvi mille, khumb galouti, paneer lababdar, gucchi marmik, carrot bean poriyal, thakkali belle saaru, millet pulao, beetroot raita, assorted breads, Old Delhi fruit cream with jalebi and shahtoot phirni. Gandhi’s post on September 13 quoted the statistic that 80% of Indians are non‑vegetarian and added a personal note about his sister’s chole bhature.
India’s dietary habits have long been a point of cultural discussion, with a sizable portion of the population consuming meat, fish or eggs. Gandhi’s comment highlights the contrast between the country’s culinary diversity and the diplomatic choice of an all‑vegetarian menu for an international event. The statement may resonate with constituents who view food preferences as part of broader cultural identity, while also underscoring the political optics surrounding high‑profile state functions.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | POLITICS |
| Jurisdiction | All India / National |
| Publication Date | 13 September 2026 |