Shashi Tharoor Addresses Criticism as Political Storm Brews Over Congress Comments

Shashi Tharoor, a Congress MP and leader of the All-Party Delegation, downplayed internal criticisms from his party members concerning his comments on surgical strikes. Speaking to ANI, Tharoor stated that while he was aware of media reports, his primary focus was on the unity exhibited by the delegation.

Referring to remarks by fellow Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala, Tharoor faced accusations of having made factually incorrect statements about the Congress-led UPA government's record on surgical strikes. Surjewala emphasized that the party merely corrected the record, noting historic instances of military action against terrorist threats while Congress was in power.

Amidst this controversy, Tharoor highlighted the importance of Operation Sindoor and India's anti-terrorism efforts. Despite the criticisms, he insists on concentrating on diplomatic missions abroad. The political landscape grew tense when Congress MP Jairam Ramesh's statements sparked outrage from BJP leaders, further fueling the ongoing debate.

(With inputs from agencies.)