The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized Rahul Gandhi and the Congress for their statements on India’s diplomacy in West Asia. This criticism came after Congress MP Shashi Tharoor acknowledged the Indian government’s clear stance against American actions in the Strait of Hormuz. Instead of birthday gifts, the BJP chose to challenge Rahul’s assertions.
Congress has been targeting the Modi government for its response to the killing of Indian sailors in a recent US strike in the Gulf of Oman. They accused the government of not speaking out against the United States and even mocked the Prime Minister for his meeting with President Trump at the G-7 Summit. Tharoor’s support for PM Modi’s stance and his concerns for Indian sailors provided the BJP with ammunition to criticize the Congress.
Shashi Tharoor, in an interview, praised PM Modi for addressing the safety of Indian sailors with President Trump. Tharoor emphasized the importance of protecting civilian sailors during wartime situations. He also highlighted the need for a non-lethal approach in dealing with civilian ships.
Tharoor’s backing of the Indian government’s actions led BJP spokespersons to accuse Rahul Gandhi of being exposed. They claimed that Congress leaders were appreciating Modi’s diplomatic efforts. The BJP further criticized Rahul Gandhi for his silence on national interests and contrasted it with PM Modi’s proactive approach.
