Rajasthan BJP Chief Sparks Controversy Over Remarks on US-Pakistan Conflict

Rajasthan BJP president Madan Rathore triggered a political row by stating that India would side with Pakistan if a war broke out between Islamabad and the United States, citing geographical proximity. Rathore clarified that while India stands with its neighbors in such external conflicts, it remains united internally.

Opposition leaders, including Congress spokesperson Shama Muhammed and AAP representatives, condemned the remarks as anti-national. Critics questioned the BJP’s stance on Pakistan, labeling the statement as evidence of an ideological affinity between the party and the neighboring country. Social media users and political figures continue to demand accountability from the BJP leadership regarding these comments.

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