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India Today
5 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Assam rain mayhem: Over 2800 people rescued as floods and landslides hit state
2:51 BJP has denied reports claiming it will use Colonel Sofiya and Wing Commander Vyomika as poll campaign faces for 'Operation Sindoor'. The party clarified that while Colonel Sophia represents Muslim Nari Shakti, they will not be using these figures for election campaigns. BJP plans to hold discussions about government schemes and women's empowerment, including military training for girls, in various religious institutions.
The Print
30-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
‘Be the next Colonel Sofiya'—BJP's Muslim women outreach, with chaupals; 1st one at Shaheen Bagh
Speaking to ThePrint, Jamal Siddiqui, national president of the BJP's Minority Morcha, said the first chaupal will be held in Shaheen Bagh, which had become the epicentre of protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). As part of the chaupal, the morcha will also distribute copies of the Constitution and discuss Operation Sindoor. Colonel Qureshi, who along with IAF Wing Commander Vyomika Singh led India's press briefings on Operation Sindoor, will be the face of the campaign through which the success of Operation Sindoor will be conveyed to the public. New Delhi: Colonel Sofiya Qureshi will be the 'focus' of BJP chaupals, to be organised across the country by the party's minority wing to celebrate 11 years of the Narendra Modi-led government. The first chaupal will take place in Delhi's Shaheen Bagh, on 9 June. 'We will be organising a number of chaupals, with the first one starting on 9 June from Shaheen Bagh. This chaupal is part of the '11 Years of Modi Government—Sankalp Se Siddhi' programmes. We will be especially reaching out to women and encouraging them to join the NCC and Agniveer scheme of the Modi government. They have a fine example of Colonel Sofiya in front of them who told the world what strength Indian women have,' he added. The morcha will also distribute pamphlets during the chaupals. 'The bravery exemplified by Colonel Sofiya is a message for all Muslim women that they too can become the next Colonel Sofiya. She's an idol for Muslim women. Whether it is in the Army, in their everyday lives, or while dealing with domestic violence, military training can come handy in every possible way and we will encourage them to join NCC,' said Siddiqui. The chaupals will be held at dargahs, outside mosques and tombs, among other places. The morcha is hoping to organise at least 20,000 such gatherings. 'Whether it is Operation Sindoor, or reservation provided by the Modi government or even Agniveer, our women are being encouraged in every field by the government and we will highlight how Islam too will gain from this,' he added. Siddiqui said it is vital that the importance of the Agniveer scheme is also understood by the people. 'We will tell our sisters through the chaupal to become Agniveers, join NCC and take training. Training is very important, it will make you physically strong and in difficult times, when needed, you can protect yourself and your people.' Siddiqui further said that a narrative is often built among minorities that women should remain confined to their homes, but women like Colonel Sofiya have helped break that stereotype, which is why their campaign will focus on her. As part of the chaupal, Ayushman cards will also be prepared and distributed among senior citizens who attend. The Minority Morcha president also said that if required, it will request the government to implement training sessions for women in madrasas and schools. The BJP has launched a programme to celebrate the achievements of the Modi government as it is set to complete 11 years on 9 June, when Modi took oath as prime minister for the third time last year. Party president J.P. Nadda has come up with a number of guidelines for organising various events including chaupals, registration camps for centrally sponsored schemes, digital competition, panel discussions etc. (Edited by Gitanjali Das) Also Read: Khattar protégé, serial poll loser—BJP's Jangra who said Pahalgam victims' wives 'lacked warrior spirit'
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
PM Narendra Modi holds roadshow in Vadodara & Ahmedabad, hails Operation Sindoor
PM Narendra Modi greets people during a roadshow in the city on Monday evening. (R) Earlier in the day, he held a roadshow in Vadodara AHMEDABAD/VADODARA: Waving the national flag and holding posters hailing India's resounding military action against Pakistan, thousands of people thronged the roadshows of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad and Vadodara on Monday, as the PM visited his home state for the first time since Operation Sindoor . During his roadshow in Vadodara, titled 'Sindoor Samman Yatra' earlier in the day, Modi greeted the family of Col Sofiya Qureshi, who was among the faces of the govt briefings during Operation Sindoor. Her family was given space on a stage along the roadshow route and showered flowers on the PM when he drew near. When Modi's motorcade got near the stage, it slowed down, and his SUV moved closer to the stage, much to the surprise of the family. When the PM got close to the stage, the family showered rose petals on him. Modi greeted them with a 'namaste' by folding his hands and asked about their well-being with gestures. He then gave them a thumbs up before moving on. Sofiya's brother, Mohammed Sanjay Qureshi, said they were surprised and proud of the interaction. 'It is like a dream come true. We will remember this for a lifetime,' he added. Sofiya's twin sister, Shyna Sunsara, told media persons that the family felt honoured. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo She added that Sofiya was not merely her sister but the sister of the nation. 'She is an inspiration not only for us but for others too,' she said. Later in the evening, thousands of citizens in Ahmedabad greeted the PM by waving the national flag and holding posters hailing India's resounding military action against Pakistan. They showered flowers towards the PM during the roadshow from the city airport to Indira Bridge. Flanked by chief minister Bhupendra Patel and state BJP president C R Paatil, the PM stood on a saffron-coloured open vehicle throughout the roadshow, waving at people and greeting them. Along the route, artists performed on various patriotic themes from 19 podiums that were erected along the route as huge billboards announced India's decisive military prowess during Operation Sindoor. The BrahMos missiles, and the Tejas and Rafale aircraft also featured prominently on various billboards along the roadshow route. While both sides of the road from the airport to Indira Bridge were packed with people greeting the PM and waving the tricolour, a large number of people were seen standing on the roofs and in balconies of buildings located along the route. The PM was seen waving back at people greeting him from the rooftops of buildings. A Bhavnagar-based artist, Puja Jani, gifted a painting based on Operation Sindoor to the PM. The PM's security accepted the painting along the route.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
PM greets Col Sofiya Qureshi's family, citizens
Ahmedabad/Vadodara: Waving the national flag and holding posters hailing India's resounding military action against Pakistan, thousands of people thronged the roadshows of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Vadodara and Ahmedabad on Monday, as the PM visited his home state for the first time since Operation Sindoor . During his roadshow in Vadodara, titled 'Sindoor Samman Yatra', Modi greeted the family of Col Sofiya Qureshi, who was among the faces of the govt briefings during Operation Sindoor. Her family was given space on a stage along the roadshow route and showered flowers on the PM when he drew near. When Modi's motorcade got near the stage, it slowed down, and Modi's SUV drove close to the stage, much to the surprise of the family. When the PM got close to the stage, the family showered rose petals on him. Modi greeted them with a 'namaste' by folding his hands and asked about their well-being with gestures. He then gave them a thumbs up before moving on. Sofiya's brother, Mohammed Sanjay Qureshi, said they were surprised and proud of the interaction. "It is like a dream come true. We will remember this for a lifetime," he added. Sofiya's twin sister, Shyna Sunsara, told media persons that the family felt honoured. She added that Sofiya was not merely her sister but the sister of the nation. "She is an inspiration not only for us but for others too," she said. Later in the evening, thousands of citizens in Ahmedabad greeted the PM by waving the national flag and holding posters hailing India's resounding military action against Pakistan. They showered flowers towards the PM during the roadshow from the city airport to Indira Bridge. Flanked by chief minister Bhupendra Patel and state BJP president C R Paatil, the PM stood on a saffron-coloured open vehicle throughout the roadshow, waving at people and greeting them. Along the route, artists performed on various patriotic themes from 19 podiums that were erected along the route as huge billboards announced India's decisive military prowess during Operation Sindoor. The BrahMos missiles, and the Tejas and Rafale aircraft also featured prominently on various billboards along the roadshow route. While both sides of the road from the airport to Indira Bridge were packed with people greeting the PM and waving the tricolour, a large number of people were seen standing on the roofs and in balconies of buildings located along the route. The PM was seen waving back at people greeting him from the rooftops of buildings. Along the roadshow route, a Bhavnagar-based artist, Puja Jani, gifted a painting based on Operation Sindoor to the PM. The PM's security accepted the painting along the route.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
PM greets Col Qureshi's family during roadshow
Vadodara: During his roadshow through the city, titled Sindoor Samman Yatra, Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the family of Col Sofiya Qureshi, who was among the faces of the govt briefings during Operation Sindoor . Her family was given space on a stage along the roadshow route and showered flowers on the PM when he drew near. The Qureshi family — Sofiya's parents, brother and sister — were given seats on the stage on the route of the roadshow. When Modi's motorcade got near the stage, it slowed down and Modi's SUV drove near to the stage, much to the surprise of the family. "We only knew that we would be given space on the stage and were invited to the roadshow. Officials of the district collectorate informed us about the arrangements and Vadodara Municipal Corporation officials gave us feelers about this," said Sofiya's brother, Mohammed Sanjay Qureshi. When the PM got close to the stage, the family showered rose petals on him. Modi greeted them with a 'namaste' by folding his hands and asked about their well-being with gestures. He then gave them a thumbs up before moving on. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 12000W лазерен заваръчен апарат (4 в 1) – революция в заваряването! Undo Sanjay said they were surprised and proud of the interaction. "It is like a dream come true. It was also nice to see that a large majority of the crowd were women, with hardly any men there. We will remember this for a lifetime," he added. Sofiya's twin sister, Shyna Sunsara, told mediapersons that the family felt honoured. She added that Sofiya was not merely her sister but the sister of the nation. "She is an inspiration not only for us but for others too," she said. The PM began his two-day visit to the state from Vadodara. This was his first visit to the state after Operation Sindoor. The roadshow began at the exit of the airport and culminated at the Indian Air Force station entrance on New VIP Road. Throughout the roadshow route, people waved the tricolour and shouted slogans. Modi stood out of the door of his car and waved to the crowd. Foreign students from various countries were also present. Patriotic songs were played throughout the route. Cutouts of the Rafale and Tejas fighter jets, as well as the BrahMos missile, were also displayed.
