**BJP Criticized for Political Post Amid National Unity Calls**
In a recent controversy, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor and other opposition leaders have condemned the BJP for a social media post that criticized the previous UPA government’s response to terror attacks. The post, shared on X, has been described as a divisive political maneuver at a time when national unity is crucial. Tharoor emphasized the importance of presenting a united front and urged the BJP to remove the video.
The Congress MP highlighted that the opposition had previously supported the government in military actions against Pakistan following the tragic attack on tourists in Pahalgam, which resulted in 26 fatalities on April 22. Tharoor stated, “At a time when the nation stands united as Indians, this petty attempt to divide us politically is deplorable.” He referenced the lessons learned from past approaches, particularly the invitation extended to Pakistan to participate in the investigation of the Pathankot attacks in 2016, which he argued led to a more decisive military response.
RJD MP Manoj Jha also voiced concerns, suggesting that such posts could be exploited by Pakistan. He called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene, asserting that all political parties and the nation stand firmly with the Army and the government during these challenging times. “The BJP’s social media post is painful. I urge Prime Minister Modi to intervene, as this can be misused across the border,” Jha stated.
The BJP’s video, which sparked this backlash, criticized the UPA government’s handling of past terror incidents, including the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. It juxtaposed images of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh with the text, “No retaliation, no lesson taught,” against visuals of Prime Minister Modi, stating, “Then came Modi, no more talks, no more peace with a terror-supporting nation.”
This political exchange comes on the heels of a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan after a series of border skirmishes, following India’s ‘Operation Sindoor,’ which targeted nine Pakistani terror camps in response to the Pahalgam attack.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, the call for unity in the face of adversity remains a central theme among Indian leaders.
**FAQ**
**Q: Why did opposition leaders criticize the BJP’s social media post?**
A: Opposition leaders, including Shashi Tharoor, criticized the BJP’s post for being politically divisive during a time when national unity is essential, especially in light of recent terror attacks.
