India, Oct. 3 -- Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, during his visit to Colombia, praised Indian companies for their global success and sharply criticised cronyism, sharing a picture of himself with a Bajaj Pulsar motorbike in the backdrop.

The Congress leader suggested that India's businesses can thrive internationally through merit, rather than relying on political connections. "Proud to see Bajaj, Hero & TVS do so well in Colombia. Shows Indian companies can win with innovation, not cronyism. Great job," his post read.

Rahul Gandhi had echoed similar concerns a day earlier during an address at a seminar at EIA University in Medellin. He alleged, "Three or four businesses taking over the whole economy, having a direct relationship wit...