Former BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla took a sarcastic swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he was 'disappointed' that Modi has not behaved like a 'proper dictator' and suggesting he learn from past Congress leaders. Poonawalla cited Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi as examples of strong rule, and also referenced actions of previous Congress governments during protests. He said Modi had failed to meet Left-liberal expectations. His remarks came after a video in which Modi 'forgave' young protesters who 'abused' him at a recent agitation led by a group referred to as the 'Cockroach Janta Party'. Poonawalla also sarcastically suggested Modi learn from Rahul Gandhi, according to the video of his remarks.