Shah Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Disrespecting North East by Not Wearing ‘Gamosa’ at President’s Republic Day Event

Dibrugarh | 30 Jan 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of showing disrespect to the North East by refusing to wear the traditional gamosa presented by President Droupadi Murmu at the Republic Day ‘At Home’ reception.

Addressing a public rally at Khanikar Parade Ground, Shah claimed that while all other dignitaries—including foreign guests—wore the ceremonial scarf as a mark of respect, Gandhi was the “only person to refuse.”

Shah said, “Rahul Gandhi can do whatever he wants, but as long as the BJP is in power, it will not allow any disrespect of the North East’s culture.”