Congress holds ‘Jai Hind Yatra' to express solidarity with armed forces
In a show of support for the armed forces, the Congress on Friday (May 9, 2025) organised the 'Jai Hind Yatra' in several States, citing the need to boost morale in light of the recent escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan.
Also read: Operation Sindoor updates on May 9, 2025
In the national capital, the march commenced from Jantar Mantar and witnessed the participation of senior party leaders, including general secretaries K.C. Venugopal and Sachin Pilot, treasurer Ajay Maken, head of media and publicity Pawan Khera, and Delhi Congress president Devender Yadav. Carrying the national flag, the leaders led the procession in a symbolic gesture of unity and resolve.
Similar marches were held in other parts of the country, with senior Congress leaders joining citizens in expressing solidarity with the armed forces.
Congress general secretary in charge of communications, Jairam Ramesh, issued a strong statement on social media platform X, asserting that India had once again been provoked and its patience tested. 'History is witness that whenever someone has challenged India's self-respect and self-esteem, we have responded decisively,' he wrote.
Mr. Ramesh further added, 'When our soldiers roar with the passion to sacrifice every drop of blood for this land, the enemy trembles. Terrorists have ruthlessly taken innocent lives and will be held accountable.'
The Congress's mobilisation comes amid rising public sentiment around national security, with political parties across the spectrum voicing support for the armed forces.
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