Anurag Thakur Questions Indira Gandhi's 1971 War Tactics

In a heated session of the Lok Sabha, BJP member Anurag Thakur stirred controversy by alleging that former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi sought U.S. intervention during the 1971 war with Pakistan. Thakur questioned Gandhi's reliance on U.S. assistance, contrasting it with the valor of Indian soldiers.

Thakur claimed that while Indian soldiers achieved victory on the battlefield, the war was ultimately lost at the negotiation table due to Gandhi's diplomatic plea to President Nixon. The letter allegedly urged the U.S. to persuade Pakistan to halt its aggression, sparking debate on Gandhi's wartime leadership.

Congress members protested Thakur's remarks, dismissing his accusations as politically motivated. Despite the uproar, Thakur insisted that the Congress's approach then mirrors its current alleged propaganda. The controversy underscores the enduring political clash over historical narratives and leadership legacies.

(With inputs from agencies.)