New Delhi, Dec. 10 -- Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi's upcoming trip to Germany has ignited a political firestorm, with BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla saying it is a "Bharat Badnaami Tour" and accusing the Congress leader of using foreign platforms to "spew venom against India".

With the Winter Parliament mid-session until December 19, Poonawalla said Gandhi's decision to travel abroad once again shows his "clear priorities".

Gandhi is scheduled to attend a major Indian Overseas Congress event in Berlin on December 17, where he will meet IOC leaders from across Europe.

Taking a sharp swipe, Poonawalla said to ANI, "Rahul Gandhi has again proven that LoP means 'Leader of Paryatan'. He is a non-serious politician. People a...