The post made by Madhu Kishwar on March 25 on X presents a layered narrative combining allegations, references, and personal experiences. The central claim of the post is that, within certain internal circles of the BJP and RSS, there have long been discussions suggesting a possible link between Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s personal life and the political appointments of some women leaders.
These discussions were described as “whispers,” implying that they have never been formally recorded or substantiated, but have remained limited to informal conversations and internal claims. Despite this, the author attempts to portray them as a long-standing pattern, particularly in the context of the political rise of various women leaders after 2014.
This explains why I kept a safe distance from Modi from the time he assumed power in May 2014. I did not even go to gift him a copy of my book on him. Just sent an unsigned copy through his favourite bureaucrat Bharat Lal!
— Madhu Purnima Kishwar (@madhukishwar) March 25, 2026
The names of women who were made MPs and ministers by… https://t.co/vgboxAndqq
In this context, names such as Smriti Irani were mentioned. However, no specific allegation or incident involving her was detailed. The reference remained largely suggestive, indicating that questions have been raised regarding certain appointments, without providing direct evidence to support those claims.
A significant part of the post also attempts to link past controversies. It refers to the 2013 surveillance controversy, widely known in the media as the Snoopgate scandal. In this context, a previously reported case and associated individuals were mentioned, suggesting that similar allegations have surfaced in public discourse before. However, these references were also repeated without introducing any new evidence.
Additionally, the post includes references to statements made in the past by Subramanian Swamy, who had made certain remarks in public forums, though without explicitly naming any individual. These statements were woven into a broader narrative to suggest that such discussions have not remained confined to private circles but have occasionally entered the public domain.
The post also contains a personal and emotional dimension. The author states that hearing these alleged discussions had a psychological impact on her, and that around 2015 she required treatment for depression. She further claims that when she raised the issue with a senior RSS functionary, it was not taken seriously and was dismissed as irrelevant.
However, throughout the post, no documentary evidence, official records, or independent verification was provided to substantiate the claims. While the author has asserted that evidence may be presented at an appropriate time, at present, all the allegations remain unverified and uncorroborated by any official investigation or confirmation.
Nevertheless, the episode illustrates how personal statements, historical references, and political संकेत (implications) can combine to create a significant public controversy, even in the absence of verified evidence.
