Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], October 5 (ANI): Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari on Saturday slammed Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, for his 'attack on democracy' remarks made abroad, terming them 'very wrong' and a grave insult to the nation.

'That's very wrong. He does this repeatedly. I wonder what could be worse than going abroad and criticising one's own country? What could be a bigger insult to their country than this?' she said.

Speaking at an event at EIA University of Colombia, Rahul Gandhi took a swipe at the Narendra Modi government, asserting that the biggest challenge India is witnessing is the attack on democracy.

'India has strong capabilities in areas like engineering and healthcare, so I am very optimistic about the country. But at the same time, there are also flaws in the structure that India has to correct. The biggest challenge is the attack on democracy taking place in India,' Gandhi said.

The Congress leader argued that the democratic system remains crucial for diversity, allowing different traditions, customs, and ideas, including religious beliefs, to thrive. However, he added, the democratic system in India is under attack, which is a 'major risk' or threat.

'India has multiple religions, traditions, and languages in fact, the country is essentially a conversation between all these people and cultures. Different traditions, religions, and ideas require space, and the best method for creating that space is the democratic system,' Gandhi said.

'Currently, there is a wholesale attack on this democratic system, and that is a major risk. Another big risk is the tension between different conceptions in parts of the country. With 16-17 major languages and many religions, it is crucial to allow these diverse traditions to thrive and give them the space they need,' he added. (ANI)