A fresh political controversy has erupted after Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma strongly criticized Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for his recent comments on the Indian Army.
The Chief Minister went so far as to say that Rahul Gandhi should be “officially declared mentally unfit” for his remarks.

A video of Sarma’s statement has gone viral on social media, sparking heated debate across political circles.

📰 Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Strong Reaction

Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, the Assam CM expressed anger over Rahul Gandhi’s alleged suggestion of dividing the Indian Army by percentage.
Sarma questioned Gandhi’s understanding of national security, stating that only strong and capable individuals should serve in the armed forces.

He added that such irresponsible statements weaken the image of India’s defense system.
Sarma emphasized that national security should never be a subject of political experiments or statistical divisions.

💬 Sarma’s Statement Goes Viral

During the press interaction, Himanta Biswa Sarma said in Hindi:

“Rahul Gandhi pagal hai. Unka baat hi mat karo. Jo bhi muh mein aata hai wahi bolte hai. Abhi Pakistan ke saath yudh hoga toh kya sena mein bhi 10%-20% karega?”

(Translation: Rahul Gandhi is mad. Don’t even take him seriously. He says whatever comes to his mind. If India goes to war with Pakistan, will he also divide the Army by 10% or 20%?)

Sarma continued,

“Sena mein wahi hona chahiye jo sabse takatwar hai aur desh ke liye lad sakta hai. Desh ko Rahul Gandhi ko officially pagal ghoshit karna chahiye.”
(Only the strongest should serve in the Army. The country should officially declare Rahul Gandhi mentally unfit.)

⚡ Political Reactions and Public Debate

Following the viral clip, social media users and political leaders began sharing the video widely. Many supported Sarma’s comments, while others called his language undignified for a sitting Chief Minister.

Moreover, several political observers noted that this controversy reflects the deepening tension between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress Party, especially with national elections drawing closer.

🇮🇳 Indian Army and Political Sensitivity

The Indian Army has always been viewed as a symbol of national pride and unity. Therefore, any remarks that appear to question its structure or functioning often trigger sharp political reactions.

As the debate continues, both parties are using this moment to strengthen their public image and mobilize supporters ahead of upcoming polls.