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From Arun Jaitley to Rahul Gandhi: What leaders said on Rafale deal verdict

While the government and BJP leaders welcomed the verdict on Rafale jet deal, Congress has maintained its stance that there was 'corruption' in the Rafale deal

Rafale jet deal
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BS Web Team New Delhi
The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed four petitions seeking probe into the purchase of 36 Rafale jet fighters from France. The court said it cannot go into the question of pricing and choice of Indian offset partner by Rafale jet manufacturer Dassault.

Buoyed by the relief, BJP leaders, including chief Amit Shah and Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, attacked Congress President Rahul Gandhi for his campaign of "lies" and demanded an apology to the nation.

However, Congress maintained its stance on the issue saying the nation knew that there was "corruption" in the Rafale deal.

Here's how top leaders reacted

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