Modi's Absence Sparks Controversy Amid Pahalgam Attack
The controversy highlights the deepening divide between the BJP and Congress, with the two parties engaging in a bitter war of words over PM Modi's absence from the all-party meeting. The issue is likely to have significant implications for the upcoming elections, with the BJP seeking to capitalize on the Congress's perceived softness on Pakistan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's absence from an all-party meeting on the Pahalgam attack has sparked a controversy, with the Congress party sharing a poster of a headless man to criticize his absence, leading to a backlash from the BJP.
The Congress party had questioned PM Modi's absence from the meeting and demanded a special session of Parliament to discuss the attack. The party posted an old photo of PM Modi, edited to remove his face, with the caption "In times of need, missing" to criticize his absence. However, the BJP responded strongly, accusing the Congress of echoing extremist slogans and being a supporter of Pakistan.
The BJP also accused Rahul Gandhi of instigating violence towards the Prime Minister and used the term "Lashkar-e-Pakistan Congress" to describe the party. The Congress is accused of using "Sar Tan Se Juda" imagery, which is seen as a veiled incitement against the PM. The party was also criticized for supporting Pakistan and not condemning the terror attack.
The government has taken strict measures, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, in response to the attack. A massive manhunt is underway to track down the five terrorists responsible for the attack. India and Pakistan have traded diplomatic restrictions, including suspension of visas and bilateral deals.
The controversy has sparked a heated debate, with the BJP and Congress engaging in a war of words. The Congress party has taken down the poster after facing backlash, but the issue is likely to continue to be a point of contention between the two parties.