Dubbing him a "traitor" for his remarks, BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra accused Gandhi of venting his frustration over ED action in the National Herald case on the poll body.
Pope Francis, who died on Monday, aged 88, aroused both fervour and fury within the Church with reforms aimed at opening the doors of a centuries-old institution to the modern-day faithful.
During their meeting, both leaders exchanged views on regional and global issues. They agreed that dialogue and diplomacy should remain central to resolving international challenges.
While political circles are abuzz, Patel took to social media to downplay the political chatter, stating the discussion focused on Gujarat’s overall development.