The claim
The viral video shows Rahul Gandhi calling the Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha a “drama,” suggesting he insulted the religious tradition.
Original review summary
FACTLY reports that the viral video is clipped and shared without context: Rahul Gandhi called the alleged halting of the Rath Yatra to accommodate Adani a “drama,” not the Rath Yatra itself. The review says the full speech shows him criticising Adani and alleging political influence. [S1][S1]
Additional context
The review reports that Gautam Adani and his family visited Puri during the Rath Yatra on 27 June 2025; it says Congress alleged the delay was arranged to allow Adani’s participation, while the BJP denied the allegation. [S1] [S1]
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Sources and attribution
- [S1] FACTLY original review
Original review · Retrieved October 16, 2026
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