Ravi Kishan Takes Dig at Rahul Gandhi Over Protest Video, PM Remark Draws Attention

New Delhi, October 15, 2026: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ravi Kishan took aim at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after a video circulated showing an alleged physical altercation involving Gandhi and a party worker during an opposition protest in New Delhi.

Speaking to reporters, the BJP MP from Gorakhpur questioned Gandhi’s conduct and referred to the Congress leader’s political ambitions. Kishan remarked that it was unfortunate for a leader aspiring to become Prime Minister to be seen elbowing members of his own party.

He subsequently used the phrase “Kohnibaaz Prime Minister” to mock Gandhi, turning his criticism into a political jibe that attracted attention amid the ongoing confrontation between the BJP and Congress.

What Did Ravi Kishan Say About Rahul Gandhi?

Kishan’s comments centred on a video reportedly showing Gandhi elbowing a party worker during a protest involving opposition leaders. The BJP MP questioned Gandhi’s leadership and argued that the alleged incident was inconsistent with the conduct expected of someone seeking the country’s top political office.

The remarks were part of the BJP’s broader criticism of Gandhi following the protest. The video and Kishan’s interpretation of the incident became another point of political disagreement between the ruling party and the Congress.

The alleged incident should be assessed in the context of the full footage. The available report describes Kishan’s criticism but does not independently establish the circumstances surrounding the physical contact.

Why Were Opposition Leaders Protesting?

The protest was connected to opposition objections involving Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Opposition parties have raised concerns about electoral roll revision procedures and the functioning of election-related institutions. The BJP and the Congress have frequently clashed over these issues, with the parties offering competing interpretations of the opposition’s allegations and the government’s position.

The demonstration provided another occasion for the parties to exchange criticism, with the BJP focusing on Gandhi’s conduct and the Congress-led opposition highlighting its concerns about electoral processes.

BJP–Congress Political Confrontation Continues

The exchange involving Kishan reflects the continuing political rivalry between the BJP and Congress. BJP leaders have repeatedly questioned Gandhi’s leadership, while Congress leaders have criticised the government and raised concerns about democratic institutions and electoral transparency.

The latest remarks also illustrate how videos from political demonstrations can become subjects of competing narratives. While political leaders may use such footage to challenge their opponents, determining exactly what occurred requires examining the complete recording and the circumstances surrounding the incident.

As the dispute over electoral roll revisions continues, exchanges between the two parties are likely to remain part of the wider debate over election administration, political accountability and leadership.

Source: Express Web Desk, The Indian Express, October 15, 2026.

Editorial note: The description of Gandhi elbowing a party worker is attributed to the reported video and Kishan’s comments. The article does not treat the BJP MP’s interpretation or political rhetoric as an independently established finding.