April 23rd 2025.
New Delhi: In a recent statement, Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's son-in-law and businessman, Robert Vadra, stirred up a controversy by suggesting that non-Muslims were targeted in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. He raised concerns that this attack was a result of the mistreatment of Muslims in the country, which gives terrorists a reason to attack and create division among citizens. However, his statements were met with criticism from the BJP, who accused him of using the same language as terrorists and demanded an apology from him.
Vadra condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and stated that whenever there are communal issues in the country, it creates vulnerability and division among citizens, which benefits neighboring countries. He emphasized the need to separate politics and religion, and urged political parties to introspect on their actions.
He further expressed his personal opinion that minorities are often sidelined in the country. He pointed out instances where they are not allowed to pray on their rooftops or are stopped from praying on public roads. He also mentioned the surveys conducted on mosques, which he believes is a form of discrimination. However, Vadra clarified that his views were not representative of the Congress party or his family.
Vadra also recalled being summoned by the government in the past for speaking up for minorities, but he stated that he will not shy away from raising his voice against any injustice. He questioned the double standards of allowing one religion to publicly celebrate their beliefs while suppressing the religious practices of others.
The BJP strongly condemned Vadra's statements, accusing him of justifying the actions of terrorists and playing politics on a tragic event. They demanded an apology from him for using the same language as terrorists. The party also questioned the Congress party's stance on the issue, as their president claimed to be in support of the government while a member of the Nehru-Gandhi family was speaking against it.
Responding to the criticism, Vadra stated that he would personally visit the family of one of the victims from Karnal and expressed his support for the government's efforts in dealing with the situation. He called for unity among citizens and emphasized the need for the central government to provide job opportunities to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who will suffer in the aftermath of this attack. He also pointed out that the locals, who rely on tourism for their livelihood, will be greatly affected by this incident and need support from the government.
The attack in Baisaran, near Pahalgam, claimed the lives of 26 people, mostly tourists, and injured many others. The country stands united against terrorism, and it is crucial for all citizens to come together and support each other in times like this.
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