"Soros has connections with Congress leaders..": BJP MP Jagdambika Pal

New Delhi: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Jagdambika Pal on Wednesday alleged that American billionaire George Soros had connections with the Congress leaders and to stop discussions on the same, the Opposition was bringing the no-confidence motion.
"He has connections with Congress leaders... To stop a discussion regarding this, the Opposition is bringing the No Confidence Motion..." Pal said speaking to ANI.
Further, he said that the Adani issue was not an issue.
"Adani's issue is not an issue. He is a citizen of the country. Soros is not a citizen of this country. He wants to create instability in the country. He has funded the Forum of Democratic Leaders in the Asia-Pacific, and Sonia Gandhi is the co-founder there. He funds separatists and Khalistanis in our country... He wants to derail the Indian Economy," he said.
Earlier today, the Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned until 2 pm after a ruckus was created by the Opposition.
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi raised the issue of the situation in Manipur, he said people are suffering, basic services are on the verge of collapse, impact on ordinary people is devastating.
Gogoi asked when Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Manipur and Home Minister Amit Shah will apprise the House of steps being taken to tackle the situation. He also alleged that BJP is raising the issue of George Soros to hide the party-led government's failure.
Amid ruckus, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said that the government taking requisite steps over the Manipur situation.
He alleged a nexus between Congress and external forces which, he said, is creating problems and due to which the country is suffering. He alleged links between Congress and George Soros. "Why does George Soros have such a close relationship with their leader?" he asked.
The first session of the winter Parliament commenced on November 25, with both Houses getting adjourned fairly early due to disruptions. The winter session will go on till December 20.