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BJP leaders N Biren Singh and Himanta Biswa Sarma have strongly criticized Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi for his remarks on Operation Sindoor. Singh accused Gogoi of ignorance about modern warfare, while Sarma alleged ties to Pakistan. Gogoi had questioned the government's handling of the Pahalgam attack, demanding transparency. The Congress leader has denied all allegations made against him.

Key Points: BJP Leaders Biren Singh and Himanta Slam Gaurav Gogoi Over Op Sindoor Remarks

  • Biren Singh condemns Gogoi's remarks on modern warfare tactics
  • Assam CM alleges Gogoi's Pakistan links
  • Gogoi demands transparency on Pahalgam terror attack
  • Congress MP denies accusations of foreign ties
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N Biren Singh joins Assam CM in slamming Gaurav Gogoi over Op Sindoor speech

Manipur's Biren Singh and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma criticize Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi for questioning military strategy in Operation Sindoor.

"Ridiculing our brave defenders is a disservice to the nation they safeguard. – N Biren Singh"

Imphal/Guwahati, July 29

After Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on Gaurav Gogoi for the Congress MP's "ignorance of modern warfare".

Taking to his X handle, Singh, a senior BJP leader and MLA, wrote, "Opposition leader, Shri Gaurav Gogoi's ignorance of modern warfare is a bit concerning. Questioning why our fighter jets did not engage at a close range ignores the strategic brilliance of long-range precision strikes that protected our soldiers and ensured that the mission was successful."

"Ridiculing our brave defenders, who are working tirelessly at the frontline, is not just highly unbecoming of a political leader, but it is a disservice to the nation they safeguard. Truly ashamed to say that he is from the Northeast," said Singh.

Participating in the special discussion on Operation Sindoor on Monday, Congress Deputy Leader in the Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi, accused the Centre of withholding critical information related to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians, mostly tourists, were killed.

He questioned how five heavily-armed terrorists were able to infiltrate and carry out the killings despite India's vast surveillance and intelligence apparatus.

A three-term MP from Assam, Gogoi, who is also the President of Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, had said, "The government must come clean. The people of India deserve to know the truth behind Operation Sindoor."

Assam Chief Minister Sarma, earlier in his post on the X, said: "Speech delivered by our MP from Jorhat in Parliament yesterday proved beyond doubt that he acts on behalf of Pakistan. His secret trip and close ties with the Pakistani establishment speak volumes. With his wife and both kids holding foreign citizenship, he can leave India any time. He is a disgrace to Assam and a betrayal of our pride as proud Indians."

CM Sarma has repeatedly targeted Gogoi in recent months, accusing his wife, Elizabeth Colburn, of having links with Pakistan’s premier intelligence agency -- Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).

Congress MP, however, on a number of occasions, strongly denied the accusation.

Assam Chief Minister and former Manipur Chief Minister's remarks come a day after Gogoi, during a debate in Parliament on 'Operation Sindoor', criticised Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for not addressing key questions about the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam.

Gogoi also raised concerns over internal security lapses and questioned the government's silence on the origin of the attack.

- IANS

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Ananya R
While national security is important, shouldn't we have transparency too? Asking questions is an MP's duty. The personal attacks on Gogoi's family are completely unnecessary and lower political discourse.
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Vikram M
BJP leaders are right to defend our military strategy. But calling someone anti-national just for asking questions? This is becoming a dangerous trend in our politics. We need balanced discussions, not name-calling.
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Sarah B
As an observer, I find the personal attacks disturbing. In mature democracies, leaders debate policies without questioning each other's patriotism. India deserves better than this mudslinging.
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Karthik V
The real issue is the security lapse in Pahalgam. Instead of political drama, both sides should focus on strengthening our borders. 26 innocent lives were lost - that's what matters most.
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Priya S
Northeast leaders should unite for development, not fight like this! As a Manipuri, I'm tired of seeing our politicians engage in Delhi-style politics while our region needs attention. 😔
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Michael C
The ISI allegations seem serious. If there's evidence, it should be presented properly through legal channels. Making such claims on social media helps neither national security nor democracy.

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