BJP criticizes Rahul Gandhi for allegedly aligning with Hindenburg Research to destabilize India as the firm announces its closure. Ravi Shankar Prasad questions Gandhi's intentions and ties Hindenburg's activities to Congress's moves, insisting on their attempts to disrupt the Indian state. BJP continues its attacks following these developments.
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