PoliticsPhoto: The HinduCongress Criticizes Government Over Rising Inflation and Vote Theft
On October 13, 2026, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh criticized the central government for rising inflation and alleged vote theft. He said the government, which promised better days, is stealing both votes and public savings. Food inflation rose to 7.74% in September from 5.97% in August, while overall inflation reached 5.54%. Ramesh urged Prime Minister Modi to step down amid growing public outrage.
The Hindu··New Delhi



