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Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Congress' Nana Patole Calls Operation Sindoor a ‘Game', BJP Says Congress Echoing Pakistan Line
/ 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
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'Operation Sindoor nothing more than kids playing video games,' claims Congress' Nana Patole
Nana Patole sparked controversy with remarks on Operation Sindoor. He likened it to a video game, alleging trade interests halted the mission. Patole questioned the government's resolve after the Pahalgam attack. Shaina NC criticized Patole's comments, calling him the 'child of controversy'. She urged him to understand Operation Sindoor's impact. The operation followed a terror attack that killed 26 civilians. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Patole, the 'child of controversy': Shaina NC Congress leader Nana Patole on Thursday stirred controversy by comparing Operation Sindoor to 'kids playing video games,' accusing the government of halting the military mission due to international trade to reporters, Patole said, 'the sindoor of 26 women in Pahalgam was wiped away, and the terrorists responsible have still not been found.'He questioned the government's resolve, suggesting the counter-terror operation was prematurely halted.'Operation Sindoor was halted for trade interests,' the veteran Congress leader said.'Trump said a dozen times that trade would stop with both countries, that's why Operation Sindoor was stopped. It was done at their signal.'Patole then drew a dramatic comparison.'Operation Sindoor was just like kids playing video games in a computer room – it was nothing more than that," he comments triggered sharp criticism, with Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC calling him the 'child of controversy'.'Nana Patole has been the child of controversy for the longest time. He makes statements without thinking. Operation Sindoor was not a video game as he suggests. Maybe if he has such a low mindset, then he should first engage with his own party leaders like Shashi Tharoor, Manish Tewari, Salman Khurshid to understand the impact of Operation Sindoor," Shaina remarks referred to the Indian armed forces ' response to the April 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 the attack, India downgraded its diplomatic ties with Pakistan, and announced the abeyance of the Indus Waters Treaty, among other the night of May 7, India launched precise military strikes deep within Pakistan, codenamed 'Operation Sindoor', taking down nine bases linked to major terrorist organisations, sponsored by Pakistan for decades.
India Gazette
20-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Nana Patole writes to President Droupadi Murmu demanding action against officers for protocol violation in welcoming CJI
New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Congress leader Nana Patole on Tuesday wrote a letter to President Droupadi Murmu on taking action against officers who did not follow the protocol in welcoming and securing Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan Gavai while he was on his visit to Maharashtra. 'In the wake of this incident, today, I wrote a letter to His Excellency the President, demanding action against the officers who did not follow the protocol,' Patole's post read. Further, in his letter, Patole wrote on how the matter was not just limited to the personal neglect of the CJI but affected the dignity of the Indian Constitution. He also questioned if Gavai was not given proper treatment if he was a follower of Ambedkar. 'When the newly appointed Chief Justice of India, Hon. Bhushan Gavai, was on a visit to Maharashtra, the state government and administrative apparatus did not follow the necessary protocol in welcoming and securing him. This matter is not limited to his personal neglect, but it directly affects the dignity of the Indian Constitution. Has Chief Justice Gavai been insulted in Maharashtra because he is an Ambedkarite? This question also arises,' Patole's post on X read. Patole also mentioned how Gavai's statement on the displeasure on the functioning of the government drew attention of the entire country. 'The Hon'ble Chief Justice himself, in his speech, expressed his strong displeasure over the functioning of the state government and administration. His statement has drawn the attention of the entire country to this matter,' the post further read. Meanwhile, Congress leader Udit Raj also criticised the absence of senior state officials at the felicitation event, calling it an insult to CJI Gavai and a Dalit holding a top constitutional post. Speaking to ANI, Udit Raj said, 'The Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa organised a felicitation event for CJI Gavai, who is from Maharashtra. It was his first visit after becoming the Chief Justice of India, but the Chief Secretary and DGP were not present. This is a serious breach of protocol. Gavai always speaks about the Constitution, which has three pillars -- the legislature, executive and judiciary -- and the judiciary is led by the Chief Justice. The absence of these top officials is an insult to a Dalit holding such a high post. BJP cannot support Dalits. Modi ji and the Chief Minister should apologise to the people of the country.'He added, 'CJI Gavai may not have taken it seriously, but we do. This is an insult to the Constitution and to a Dalit. BJP is the B-team when it comes to Dalit issues. They cannot tolerate a Dalit in such a top position.' He demanded action against the officials, saying, 'The DG Police and Chief Secretary should be removed from their posts for not attending the CJI's event.' Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice B R Gavai on Saturday addressed a felicitation event organised by the Bar Council of India (BCI), where he spoke about the important responsibility of judges to understand and respond to the realities of society. The event was held to honour Justice Gavai following his recent appointment as the 52nd Chief Justice of India. (ANI)
