Mahadangal: Congress Accuses BJP Of Betraying Nation, BJP Hits Back With Pakistan Allegations

In the latest political showdown, Congress has launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing it of compromising national security. The controversy erupted over External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s earlier statement that India had informed Pakistan it would only strike terrorist bases during the airstrikes. Congress alleges this advanced warning amounted to betraying the nation, potentially giving terrorists time to escape.The attack broadened as Congress highlighted past instances where BJP leaders allegedly cozied up to Pakistan—citing Morarji Desai receiving Pakistan's top civilian award, L.K. Advani calling Jinnah a secular leader, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s surprise visit to Nawaz Sharif. In response, BJP leaders hit back by referencing Congress figures like Navjot Singh Sidhu, who hugged Pakistan’s Army Chief General Bajwa, and his controversial remarks favoring cultural ties with Pakistan over South India.Congress further questioned the sudden ceasefire declared after a series of successful Indian strikes, asking whether the Modi government caved under pressure. BJP clarified that Jaishankar’s comments referred to post-operation disclosures and reaffirmed India’s right to retaliate with force. As both sides trade barbs, national security has become a heated flashpoint ahead of elections, with each accusing the other of political hypocrisy and undermining the nation.