Congress' Nana Patole Calls Operation Sindoor a ‘Game', BJP Says Congress Echoing Pakistan Line
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/ Jun 12, 2025, 05:34PM IST
Congress MLA Nana Patole has triggered massive political outrage after comparing Operation Sindoor to a 'computer game played by children.' Referring to US President Donald Trump's past comments, Patole suggested the ceasefire between India and Pakistan was orchestrated like a scripted act. BJP leaders slammed the remarks, with Sambit Patra alleging that 'Congress is hand in glove with Pakistan.' BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla accused Congress of mocking Indian soldiers to oppose PM Modi. Shiv Sena's Shaina NC also hit back, saying such statements dishonour national pride. Patole's comments have drawn sharp condemnation across the political spectrum. Are Congress leaders crossing the line in political rhetoric?#operationsindoor #nanapatole #congress #bjp #modi #indianarmy #india #politics #pakistan #donaldtrump #shehzadpoonawalla #sambitpatra #shainanc #indiafirst #breakingnews #toi #toibharat #bharat #breakingnews #indianews
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