Congress focused on sidelining Tharoor than supporting nation: BJP
The recent controversy surrounding Congress leader Shashi Tharoor’s exclusion from a delegation being sent abroad to explain India’s stand on terrorism following Operation Sindoor has sparked a heated debate. While the Congress party has maintained that it was a mistake on their part, the BJP has taken a strong stance, accusing the party of prioritizing internal political scores over national interest. BJP leader CR Kesavan recently made a scathing remark, stating that the Congress seems more focused on sidelining Tharoor than standing united in the national interest.
The controversy began when the Congress party skipped Tharoor’s name for the delegation, despite his being a prominent figure in the party and a vocal critic of terrorism. However, the government appointed Tharoor to lead a delegation to the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva to counter Pakistan’s allegations of human rights abuses in Kashmir. The move has raised questions about the intentions of the Congress party, with many wondering if they were deliberately trying to undermine Tharoor’s efforts.
Kesavan’s comments have added fuel to the fire, with the BJP leader accusing the Congress of prioritizing internal power struggles over national interests. “The Congress party’s behavior is a clear indication that they are more concerned about settling internal political scores than standing united in the national interest,” Kesavan said in a statement. “Tharoor is a respected leader in the party, and it’s unfortunate that the Congress has chosen to sideline him at a time when the nation needs unity and strength.”
The BJP leader’s comments have been widely shared on social media, with many supporters of the party echoing his sentiments. “The Congress party’s behavior is a betrayal of the trust that the people have placed in them,” said one Twitter user. “They should focus on serving the nation rather than engaging in petty politics.”
On the other hand, many supporters of the Congress party have come out in defense of the party’s decision. They argue that Tharoor’s exclusion from the delegation was a mere mistake and that his appointment by the government was a diplomatic coup. “The Congress party has always stood for unity and national interest,” said another Twitter user. “This is just a minor setback and we will continue to work towards the betterment of the nation.”
Despite the controversy, Tharoor has remained defiant, stating that he will continue to work towards promoting India’s interests on the global stage. “I am honored to have been appointed by the government to lead the delegation to the UN Human Rights Council,” Tharoor said in a statement. “I will continue to work tirelessly to promote India’s interests and defend our nation’s sovereignty.”
The controversy has also sparked a debate about the role of politics in international diplomacy. Some have argued that politics should not play a role in foreign policy, while others have argued that it is impossible to separate politics from diplomacy. “Diplomacy is always influenced by politics,” said a foreign policy expert. “But in this case, the Congress party’s behavior has raised questions about their commitment to national interest.”
In conclusion, the controversy surrounding Shashi Tharoor’s exclusion from the Congress party’s delegation to the UN Human Rights Council has highlighted the rifts within the party and the BJP’s accusation that the Congress is prioritizing internal political scores over national interest. While the Congress party has maintained that it was a mistake, the BJP’s criticism has raised questions about the party’s commitment to national interest. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the Congress party will respond to the criticism and whether they will be able to put aside their internal differences to work towards the betterment of the nation.
