Amid criticisms from within the Congress regarding his praise for Operation Sindoor, Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor emphasized that his comments were personal, not representative of the party or government. He also clarified that disagreement with his opinion is entirely acceptable.
Shashi Tharoor, voicing support for military actions during Operation Sindoor in Pakistan and PoK, reiterated that his statements were his own. He expressed that this was a contribution to the national dialogue, especially at a time when unity is crucial to international representation. The absence of our perspective in the USA, Europe, and West Asia was palpable.
Citing military tensions, Tharoor stated his perspective was as an Indian, stressing that he does not speak for the government or party and is open to dissent. No formal message from the party has been received so far. However, his statements have created an unease within Congress. According to party insiders, some senior leaders were uncomfortable following his support for airstrikes during a closed meeting.
A senior Congress leader, speaking anonymously to India Today TV, remarked that while the party encourages democratic expression, Tharoor's recent remarks have crossed a line.
