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Budget Session 2026: CPI Linked to Russian Influence? Shah Raises Questions on Communist Origins

Parliament Session 2026: Union Home Minister Amit Shah raises questions over the origins of communist ideology in India, pointing to the formation of the Communist Party of India in 1925 following the rise of a communist government in Russia. ...

He questioned whether there was a connection between global communist movements and their emergence in India, and criticised the ideological foundations of such parties. Shah also alleged that these groups had historically supported British rule, sparking a strong political debate.

Watch the full statement and the reactions as the remarks fuel discussions on ideology, history, and national politics.

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