Congress unable to digest India's progress, spreading negativity over BRICS: BJP
BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra accused the Congress and other opposition parties of spreading negativity about the upcoming BRICS summit, claiming they cannot accept India’s recent progress. He contrasted the current situation, with all BRICS leaders in New Delhi for the 18th summit, with the perceived decline during the 2011‑12 UPA tenure.
- ✓BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra accused the Congress and other opposition parties of spreading negativity about the upcoming BRICS summit, claiming they cannot accept India’s recent progress.
- ✓He contrasted the current situation, with all BRICS leaders in New Delhi for the 18th summit, with the perceived decline during the 2011‑12 UPA tenure.
- ✓Civic Domain: Categorized under politics public notices.
Bharatiya Janata Party national spokesperson Sambit Patra issued a video statement on September 11, 2026, denouncing the Indian National Congress and allied opposition for creating a "negative atmosphere" around the 18th BRICS summit. Patra asserted that the ruling party’s achievements have positioned India as a strong partner within the bloc, a stance he said the opposition fails to acknowledge.
Patra highlighted that the summit will be held on September 12‑13 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with heads of state from Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa and India convening in the capital. He referenced two newspaper articles from 2011 and 2012 that, at the time, portrayed India as the weakest link in the BRIC grouping, citing high inflation, a weak currency and stalled investments. He also quoted a Goldman Sachs ranking that placed China first, Brazil second, Russia third and India fourth among the BRIC economies.
The criticism comes amid a broader political debate over the benefits of hosting the summit, with the Congress having questioned its value a day earlier. The BJP’s remarks underscore the party’s effort to frame the event as a milestone in India’s global standing, while opposition voices warn of economic and diplomatic challenges. The exchange reflects ongoing partisan tensions ahead of a high‑profile international gathering that could influence India’s foreign‑policy narrative and domestic political calculations.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | POLITICS |
| Jurisdiction | All India / National |
| Publication Date | 11 September 2026 |