Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 31 (ANI): The Tamil Nadu unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched a sharp counterattack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks in Parliament regarding Operation Sindoor.

In a strongly worded statement issued on Wednesday, Tamil Nadu BJP spokesperson A N S Prasad accused Rahul Gandhi and the Congress-led INDIA bloc of insulting the Indian Army and aligning with anti-national interests.

'Rahul Gandhi's deplorable remarks in Parliament on Operation Sindoor have not only insulted the unparalleled valour of our Indian Army but also ignited grave doubts among citizens about his allegiance to Bharat. Fueled by a vindictive political agenda, his slanderous statements sought to malign PM Modi's resolute BJP government while shamelessly undermining the sacrifices of our armed forces. Such actions, striking at the heart of India's sovereignty, are an unforgivable betrayal of the nation's trust,' Prasad said.

The BJP leader further alleged that under Rahul Gandhi's leadership, the Congress party has adopted a stance that questions India's integrity.

'Under Rahul Gandhi's leadership, the Congress party has deepened this treachery by casting aspersions that raise a chilling question: Are they defenders of India or apologists for Pakistan? The irrefutable evidence--Pakistani identity cards seized from Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists Sulaiman, Afghan, and Jibran, neutralised in Operation Mahadev for their heinous crimes against Indian citizens--lays bare Congress's duplicity. Their refusal to honour the Army's triumph while peddling pro-Pakistan narratives is a brazen affront, demanding an immediate and unequivocal apology.'

Prasad praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech in Parliament, saying it demonstrated the success of Operation Sindoor.

'In stark contrast, PM Modi's powerful address in Parliament showcased the triumph of Operation Sindoor. This meticulously executed operation stands as a testament to India's unyielding resolve to protect its sovereignty and deliver justice to those who threaten its unity. With unwavering conviction, the Prime Minister exposed the terrorist threat driven by religious fanaticism, reaffirming India's resolute stance: We neither forget nor forgive those who endanger our nation,' he said.

He also criticised the INDIA bloc, accusing it of spreading false narratives and aligning with forces that endanger national unity.

'The Congress-led INDIA alliance, guided by Rahul Gandhi, stands exposed for its relentless campaign to undermine India's security and tarnish the sacrifices of our brave soldiers. Their baseless doubts about the terrorists' origins and covert alignment with Pakistan's nefarious designs stand in stark contrast to the patriotism that unites every Indian. In the Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister dismantled their false narratives with undeniable evidence, including Pakistani identity cards from terrorists who orchestrated heinous attacks in Pahalgam, leaving Congress's credibility in ruins.'

Speaking on the recently concluded Operation Mahadev, under which three terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack were killed, he said, 'Operation Mahadev exemplifies the Indian Army's precision and courage, delivering justice to victims of terrorism and sending a clear message to the world: India's resolve is unbreakable. Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah rightly hailed our forces, whose sacrifices shield the nation from external threats. Yet, Congress and its INDIA alliance persist in their shameful efforts to belittle these heroic deeds, weaving lies to distract the public and erode national unity, echoing their past denials of the 2016 surgical strikes and the 2019 Balakot airstrike.'

'Under Rahul Gandhi's leadership, Congress has repeatedly dishonoured the memory of those who lost loved ones to terrorism, betraying the very citizens they claim to represent. Their feigned concern cannot mask their lack of patriotism or their dangerous flirtation with forces hostile to India. The people of India, seeing through this facade, stand united in gratitude to Prime Minister Modi, whose government has honoured its pledge to safeguard every citizen and uphold the nation's dignity,' he added. (ANI)