Mani Shankar Aiyar's controversial comments, such as the 'chaiwala' and 'neech aadmi' remarks, have repeatedly damaged the Congress party and aided Narendra Modi's political campaigns. Despite his close ties with the Gandhi family and his intellectual background, Aiyar's blunt style and outdated political approach often result in public criticism and unintended consequences.
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