New Delhi : Congress leader Rahul Gandhi voiced concern over the sharp downturn in Indian stock markets, emphasizing the need to safeguard the interests of retail investors, especially the youth, salaried individuals, and common citizens.
In a phone conversation with Pawan Khera, chairman of Congress’ media and publicity department, Gandhi highlighted the risks retail investors face, calling the stock market a “space of risk.” He urged the party to devise strategies to educate and protect investors from financial pitfalls.
“If you want me involved in it, tell me how,” Gandhi told Khera, expressing his readiness to participate in a communication campaign focused on protecting small investors and their savings.
Gandhi shared the conversation on Instagram with the caption, “Who is in the syndicate that guards the corrupt?”—a hint at possible systemic issues within financial operations.
The recent stock market plunge saw investors lose Rs 6.80 lakh crore in wealth, primarily triggered by a sharp decline in IndusInd Bank shares and persistent foreign fund outflows. On Friday, the BSE Sensex fell by 662.87 points, closing at 79,402.29, while the NSE Nifty dropped 218.60 points, ending the day at 24,180.80. Both indices marked their fourth consecutive week of losses.
With retail investors feeling the brunt of these market fluctuations, Gandhi’s call for action signals a push for more awareness and protection measures in the volatile financial environment.
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