BJP MP Nishikant Dubey alleged in Lok Sabha that USAID funded anti-India elements aligned with Congress, demanding a thorough investigation. Dubey's remarks gained attention amidst growing US controversy over USAID's funding for various international liberal initiatives and its collaboration with George Soros. Congress members protested strongly.
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