Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for what he termed a “lack of resolve” in confronting Pakistan after the recent Pahalgam terror attack. Speaking at a ceremony to honor former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary—observed nationwide as Anti‑Terrorism Day—Revanth Reddy contrasted Modi’s approach with the decisive action taken by Indira Gandhi following earlier cross‑border strikes.
“When Indira Gandhi faced terrorism, she rebuffed all foreign mediation and taught Pakistan a lesson. Today, our government appears to defer to external pressures, even declaring ceasefires at the prompting of leaders like former U.S. President Trump,” Revanth Reddy asserted.
Political Point‑Scoring and National Security
The Congress leader accused BJP officials of diverting attention from security lapses by launching attacks on Rahul Gandhi. He stressed, “Protecting our borders and people transcends party politics. We must back the nation, not bicker over political rivalries.”
Revanth Reddy highlighted Telangana’s solidarity measures—such as the Operation Sindoor rallies and statewide Tiranga Yatras—as examples of genuine support for India’s armed forces, contrasting this with the Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy’s criticism of Rahul Gandhi.
Tribute to Rajiv Gandhi’s Legacy
At the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Secretariat, Revanth Reddy laid a wreath before statues of national icons—Mahatma Gandhi, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, P.V. Narasimha Rao, and Dr. Ambedkar—calling them “beacons of unity” in India’s fight against terrorism. He lauded Rajiv Gandhi’s visionary reforms, particularly the voting‑age reduction from 21 to 18, which empowered India’s youth to shape the nation’s future.
“Rajiv Gandhi ushered India into the 21st century with a technological leap,” Revanth Reddy said, urging modern leaders to match that foresight in safeguarding national integrity.
As the state observes Anti‑Terrorism Day, Revanth Reddy’s comments underscore the ongoing debate over India’s strategic posture—calling for unwavering resolve in the face of cross‑border threats and unity at home above political divides.
