Defence Minister Rajnath Singh criticised the opposition for questioning Operation Sindoor instead of saluting the armed forces’ bravery. He contrasted the Modi government's decisive actions with Congress' alleged softness on terror, accusing it of vote-bank politics and divisive narratives
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a scathing attack on the Centre in Rajya Sabha, demanding accountability for the Pahalgam terror attack. He questioned the silence of top ministers, sought clarity on the ceasefire, and urged formation of a review committee
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said Operation Sindoor was India’s decisive response to Pakistan-backed terror, eliminating nine high-value targets with zero collateral damage. He asserted that India’s new normal is delivering strong retaliation against any threat to its sovereignty
The Congress said it was not stopping anyone from being part of diplomatic delegations to be sent to various countries following Operation Sindoor and that its leaders who have been named at the instance of the government must listen to their conscience and contribute to the exercise
