Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been accused of promoting several women to ministerial positions in exchange for sexual favors, according to BJP leader Subramanian Swamy. The allegation surfaced during a recent podcast where Swamy referenced the case of Jeffrey Epstein and suggested that India should investigate powerful figures within the country. He called for a thorough inquiry into the matter.

Following Swamy’s remarks, Hindutva writer Madhu Purnima Kishwar echoed similar claims in a social media post. She alleged that some women MPs were appointed ministers based on personal relationships with the Prime Minister and mentioned ministers Hardeep Singh Puri, S. Jaishankar, and former education minister Smriti Irani in suggestive comments. Kishwar also claimed to have heard controversial stories about Modi’s personal life during a 2014 foreign trip.

Kishwar, once known as a supporter of Modi and the Hindutva ideology, has drawn attention for her sudden change in stance. However, neither Swamy nor Kishwar has provided evidence to support their claims, and the Prime Minister’s Office has not issued any official response.