Opposition Leaders Criticize BJP for Controversial Video Amid National Unity
In a recent controversy, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor and other opposition leaders have criticized the BJP for posting a divisive video amidst a national tragedy. Tharoor emphasized the need for unity in India, especially following the tragic attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives. He urged the BJP to retract the video, highlighting that the opposition had already supported military action against Pakistan. RJD MP Manoj Jha echoed these sentiments, warning that such posts could be exploited by adversaries. The call for political solidarity during these challenging times is resonating across the nation.
| May 10, 2025, 20:03 IST
Opposition's Response to BJP's Video
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor and other opposition figures have condemned the BJP for sharing a controversial video. Tharoor emphasized the importance of conveying a message of unity for India and urged the BJP to remove the video. He noted that the opposition had already supported the government's military action against Pakistan following the horrific attack on tourists in Pahalgam, which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals on April 22. At a time when the nation stands united as Indians, such a petty attempt to create political division is reprehensible.
Concerns Over Political Messaging
Tharoor remarked that the government has learned the futility of previous approaches through difficult experiences, leading to a more cautious and mature military strategy. He criticized the advertisement as inappropriate and immature. RJD MP Manoj Jha expressed concerns that such social media posts could be exploited by Pakistan for its own benefit, urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene. He stressed that all political parties stand firmly with the military and the government.
Call for Unity in Difficult Times
Jha highlighted that not only political parties but the entire nation is united during these challenging times. He described the BJP's social media post as painful and called on Prime Minister Modi to take action, warning that it could be misused across borders.