New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticized the light punishment given to a teenage driver involved in a fatal car accident in Pune. In a video posted on social media platform X, Gandhi addressed the issue, highlighting the disparities in justice.Details of the incidentOn late Saturday, a minor driving a high-end Porsche car caused an accident that resulted in the deaths of two people. The leniency shown in the minors punishment has sparked controversy, with many questioning the fairness of the legal system.Gandhis statements in the videoIn the 59-second video, Rahul Gandhi pointed out that when a bus driver, truck driver, or a driver for services like Ola, Uber, or auto-rickshaws causes a fatal accident, they typically face a minimum of 10 years of punishment. Moreover, their licenses are revoked. Gandhi contrasted this with the minor driving a Porsche, who was merely asked to write an essay as punishment.नरेंद्र मोदी दो हिंदुस्तान बना रहे हैं - जहां न्याय भी दौलत का मोहताज है। pic.twitter.com/uuJHvDdeRD— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) May 21, 2024Gandhis critique on disparities in justiceGandhi questioned the double standards in the justice system, asking, “Why are truck drivers and bus drivers not asked to write an essay” He also questioned why Uber and auto drivers dont receive the same lenient treatment. He emphasized that justice should be the same for everyone, regardless of their socio-economic status.Addressing PM Narendra ModiGandhi went on to challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modis stance on economic disparity. He recalled that when Modi was questioned about the existence of two Indias—one for the rich and one for the poor—Modi responded by asking if he should make everyone poor. Gandhi argued that the issue is not about making everyone poor but ensuring that justice is equally served to both the rich and the poor.Call for equal justiceGandhi concluded by stating that the fight is against injustice and that the same rules and consequences should apply to everyone, irrespective of their wealth or social status. He reaffirmed his commitment to fighting for equal justice for all.
