The Indian National Congress has demanded the resignation of Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. The party questioned why he arranged a visit for Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, instead of leaving such matters to official diplomatic channels.
Congress leader Pawan Khera said there is already a full Indian Embassy to handle meetings with foreign business leaders. He asked why the Minister personally organised the visit and whether proper procedures were followed.
The Congress claimed that ministers should focus on their official duties and maintain transparency. The party also raised concerns about the purpose of the visit and the government’s involvement.
The issue has sparked a political debate in New Delhi, with the ruling government yet to give a detailed response. The matter is likely to be discussed further in the coming days.
