Rahul Gandhi has been summoned by the Sambhal district court over his statement alleging that Congress is fighting against the Indian State. The remarks, made during the inauguration of Congress's new headquarters, triggered legal actions and political backlash. Gandhi faces charges in Guwahati for inciting unrest, while BJP leaders accused him of undermining India's sovereignty.
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