New Delhi: The Ex-Congress president, Rahul Gandhi embattled the government over the WhatsApp breach of privacy issue, which unleashed a political storm by now. By the evening, as the Centre said it has sought an explanation from the social media giant, Mr Gandhi - who is currently abroad on a "personal meditational trip", tweeted a jibe, citing the Rafale fighter jet deal.
File Photo; Rahul Gandhi, (Congress Party)
The Govt is seeking WhatsApp's response on the recent development being seen as to Whatsapp, which seems to be spy on citizens. Rahul Gandhi, who accused the government and PM Narendra Modi of massive corruption in the 36-aircraft deal with its manufacturer ahead of the national elections which took place this year.
As Rahul Gandhi had also asked the Supreme Court to "take cognisance and issue notice to the BJP government". In response to that the Union Minister, Ravi Shankar Prasad hits back, saying the Congress had snooped on "highly reputed individuals" at the instance of one family.
Denying targeting activists and journalists, the Israeli firm claimed that it is licensed only to "vetted and legitimate government agencies".