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Sambit Patra Calls Rahul Gandhi 'Chinese Robot'

BJP MP Sambit Patra hits back at Congress over LAC row, targets Rahul Gandhi

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 25 August 2026 at 04:25 pm
Sambit Patra Calls Rahul Gandhi 'Chinese Robot'

A war of words erupted between the BJP and Congress on Tuesday over the Line of Actual Control (LAC) row. Congress MP Manish Tewari warned that India could face a 'robot PLA' if it fails to keep pace with China's technological advances.

Tewari highlighted China's progress in humanoid robotics, claiming that Beijing is ahead of the US in 67 of 75 critical technologies. He said this should serve as a 'reality check' for India's technological preparedness.

Responding to Tewari's comments, BJP MP and spokesperson Sambit Patra said India's priority should be to fight the 'Congress mindset' at the LAC and international borders. Patra alleged that Congress leaders had been present inside Chinese tents during the Doklam standoff and accused the opposition party of discouraging the Indian Army.

Patra targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, calling him the 'Chinese robot' whose mindset needed to be challenged. He accused Gandhi of making statements that allegedly undermine the armed forces.

The exchange came days after Chinese humanoid robots attracted global attention following claims that one robot had run 100 metres faster than Usain Bolt's 9.58-second world record. However, the performance claims have not been independently verified.

The political clash has once again brought India-China military preparedness, technological competition, and the LAC to the centre of the political debate. The BJP and Congress are trading sharp allegations over national security and India's approach towards China.

The LAC row has been a major point of contention between India and China, with both countries accusing each other of aggression. The issue has been exacerbated by China's growing technological advancements, including its development of humanoid robots.

The BJP has been critical of the Congress's approach to national security, accusing the party of being soft on China. The Congress, on the other hand, has accused the BJP of being ineffective in dealing with the LAC row.

The war of words between the two parties is likely to continue, with national security and India's approach towards China remaining a major point of contention.

The issue of India's technological preparedness is also likely to remain a major concern, with the country facing increasing competition from China. The government will need to take steps to address this issue and ensure that India remains competitive in the technological sphere.

In conclusion, the LAC row and India's technological preparedness are major concerns that need to be addressed. The government will need to take steps to ensure that India remains competitive and secure in the face of growing competition from China.

Frequently asked questions

What is the LAC row?

The LAC row refers to the dispute between India and China over the Line of Actual Control, the de facto border between the two countries.

What is the 'robot PLA'?

The 'robot PLA' refers to the potential use of robots by the Chinese military, which could give China an advantage over India in terms of technological advancements.

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