Sam Pitroda Defends Stance On Inheritance Tax, Says ‘Remark Not Related To Congress Policy’

Following criticism from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over his backing of an “inheritance tax law,” Sam Pitroda, Chairman of the Indian Overseas Congress, clarified his position in a recent X post on Wednesday, questioning his portrayal of his remarks by BJP and the media. He responded to the accusations, stating, “Who said 55% will be taken away ?  Who said some thing like this should be done in India ? Why is BJP and media in panic ?”

“It is unfortunate that what I said  as an individual on inheritance tax  in the US is twisted  by Godi media to divert attention from what lies PM is spreading about Congress manifesto. PM’s comments Mangal Sutra & gold snatching is simply unreal,” he said.

The controversy emerged after Pitroda voiced support for wealth redistribution policies, advocating for the implementation of an inheritance tax law akin to that in the United States. Notably, Congress distanced itself from Pitroda’s statements, labelling them as his “personal opinion”.